SPC Mechanical
Job Summary:
The Material Handler plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and timely flow of materials and equipment to and from job sites. This position supports the smooth and cost-effective completion of construction projects by manually moving freight, stock, other materials, and performing general labor.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Resolving problems to speed up the delivery of orders
• Inspect orders upon arrival to ensure the correct quality and quantity
• Maintain good relationships
• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• Stack cargo in locations, such as transit sheds or in holds of ships as directed, using pallets or cargo boards.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Direct spouts and position receptacles, such as bins, carts, or containers, so they can be loaded.
• Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift cargo and guide loads.
• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
• Adjust controls to guide, position, or move equipment, such as cranes, booms, or cameras.
• Guide loads being lifted to prevent swinging.
• Wash out cargo containers or storage areas.
• Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
• Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use.
• Shovel material, such as gravel, ice, or spilled concrete, into containers or bins or onto conveyors.
• Connect electrical equipment to power sources so that it can be tested before use.
• Carry out general yard duties, such as performing shunting on railway lines.
• Rig or dismantle props or equipment, such as frames, scaffolding, platforms, or backdrops, using hand tools.
Qualifications
:
• Ability to work with 2 to 3 employees (larger projects)
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Certified Lull operator
• Ability to check in and track materials/work orders.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, logistics, or related field preferred
• Strong understanding of construction materials, equipment, and scheduling processes
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency with inventory management systems and procurement software
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with suppliers, contractors, and site teams
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot delivery and supply issues quickly
• Attention to detail when inspecting deliveries for quality and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing project demands
• Basic knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
The Material Handler plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and timely flow of materials and equipment to and from job sites. This position supports the smooth and cost-effective completion of construction projects by manually moving freight, stock, other materials, and performing general labor.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Resolving problems to speed up the delivery of orders
• Inspect orders upon arrival to ensure the correct quality and quantity
• Maintain good relationships
• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• Stack cargo in locations, such as transit sheds or in holds of ships as directed, using pallets or cargo boards.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Direct spouts and position receptacles, such as bins, carts, or containers, so they can be loaded.
• Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift cargo and guide loads.
• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
• Adjust controls to guide, position, or move equipment, such as cranes, booms, or cameras.
• Guide loads being lifted to prevent swinging.
• Wash out cargo containers or storage areas.
• Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
• Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use.
• Shovel material, such as gravel, ice, or spilled concrete, into containers or bins or onto conveyors.
• Connect electrical equipment to power sources so that it can be tested before use.
• Carry out general yard duties, such as performing shunting on railway lines.
• Rig or dismantle props or equipment, such as frames, scaffolding, platforms, or backdrops, using hand tools.
Qualifications
:
• Ability to work with 2 to 3 employees (larger projects)
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Certified Lull operator
• Ability to check in and track materials/work orders.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, logistics, or related field preferred
• Strong understanding of construction materials, equipment, and scheduling processes
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency with inventory management systems and procurement software
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with suppliers, contractors, and site teams
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot delivery and supply issues quickly
• Attention to detail when inspecting deliveries for quality and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing project demands
• Basic knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.