Structural Steel Material Handler

Lever, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Lever, Inc. is seeking a Structural Steel Material Handler in Cocoa Beach, FL. This contract-to-hire role covers steel movement, yard operations, and preparation for production and shipping.

You will run overhead cranes, forklifts, and telehandler equipment, while ensuring safety and efficiency across shifts. The position requires outdoor work in varying weather, with the potential for 1st and 2nd shift work and a starting pay of $22/hour plus a $3/hour second-shift differential, depending on

Qualifications

• Experience operating overhead cranes in a manufacturing or yard setting.
• Hands-on experience with Pettibone/telehandler equipment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transport and position steel and other materials in yard and shop areas.
• Load, unload, stage, and secure materials for production or shipment.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and telehandler machinery as needed.
• Maintain an orderly yard and assist with inventory movement.
• Coordinate with production teams to keep schedules on track.
• Help prepare materials for shipping and ensure safe handling.

Skills

Overhead cranes operation

Pettibone/telehandler operation

Forklift operation

Manual material handling

Outdoor weather endurance

Team coordination

Job description

Structural Steel Material Handler

Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st & 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $22/hour, higher depending on experience
2nd Shift Differential: +$3/hour

Position Overview

We are hiring a Material Handler to support daily structural steel production and yard operations. This position focuses on safely moving steel, preparing materials for production and shipping, operating heavy material-handling equipment, and keeping the work area organized.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport and position structural steel and other materials around the yard and shop.
• Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and Pettibone/telehandler equipment.
• Load, unload, stage, and secure materials for production or shipment.
• Jockey trailers and assist with maintaining an orderly yard.
• Skid and prepare steel and other materials for shipment.
• Operate additional shop or production equipment as needed.
• Clean steel parts and materials before use or shipment.
• Assist with inventory, supply tracking, and material movement.
• Coordinate with production teams and outside crews to keep work on schedule.
• Follow equipment procedures, workplace safety rules, and proper material-handling practices.
• Maintain reliable attendance and contribute to a productive team environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating overhead cranes.
• Experience using Pettibone/telehandler equipment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and industrial equipment.
• Previous material handling or warehouse experience preferred.
• Structural steel experience is a plus.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Able to safely lift, move, and position heavy materials.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Able to work independently and effectively with a team.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn additional equipment and job responsibilities.