Warehouse Associate

PEAK Technical Services Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PEAK Technical Services Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a dependable warehouse worker to move, load, and organize storage boxes, weighing 24 lbs to 100+ lbs, using hand carts and pallet jacks.

You will read labels and use a proprietary system to track orders, with physical tasks and stair climbing as part of daily duties. The role runs 5 days a week, about 9 hours daily, with a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 100 lbs without assistance for prolonged periods.
• Capability to walk, stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Process orders and move boxes of files, books, binders, backup tapes, and other materials.
• Manually lift, carry, and arrange boxes while standing, stooping, crawling, kneeling, and twisting.
• Lift and carry boxes ranging in weight from 10-100 lbs on a regular basis, without assistance.
• Load and safely operate hand trucks and pallet jacks on uneven and concrete surfaces.
• Read labels, process incoming and outgoing orders, and use a proprietary computer system to track orders and determine box locations.
• Operate handheld scanners and balance on ladders.
• Load, operate, and move hand carts, pallet jacks, and various other material handling aids.
• Load and shrink wrap pallets at ground level or on carts, and load boxes onto pallets and trucks manually and with material handling aids.

Skills

Manual handling

English literacy

Stamina

Job description

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The primary responsibilities include moving, arranging, lifting, and loading storage boxes, bins, and totes. The weight of these items ranges from 24 lbs to over 100 lbs. Employees will perform these tasks manually and with the use of hand carts. Protective footwear meeting ASTM F2413-11 standards and a slip-resistant rating of "Better or Best" is required.

Work Schedule

The normal work schedule is 5 days a week, 9 hours a day, including a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks.

Responsibilities

• Process orders and move boxes of files, books, binders, backup tapes, and other materials.
• Manually lift, carry, and arrange boxes while standing, stooping, crawling, kneeling, and twisting.
• Lift and carry boxes ranging in weight from 10-100 lbs on a regular basis, without assistance.
• Load and safely operate hand trucks and pallet jacks on uneven and concrete surfaces.
• Read labels, process incoming and outgoing orders, and use a proprietary computer system to track orders and determine box locations.
• Operate handheld scanners and balance on ladders.
• Load, operate, and move hand carts, pallet jacks, and various other material handling aids.
• Load and shrink wrap pallets at ground level or on carts, and load boxes onto pallets and trucks manually and with material handling aids.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, stand, kneel, squat, stoop, and bend for extended periods.
• Capability to work without assistance to grip, lift, push, pull, and carry boxes including up and down inclines, stairs, and over changes in walking surface/elevation.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 100 lbs without assistance for prolonged periods.

Additional Information

• This position does not require the worker to be a US Person to meet ITAR regulations.
• This position has the potential to be Temp to Perm.
• Public Trust Clearance does not apply to this requisition.
• A BI Exception does not apply to this requisition.
• Service Contract Act does not apply to this position.
• This position is not for a building move.

Located in a vibrant city, this role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and engaging environment. The area is known for its diverse culture and community, providing a great place to work and live.