Material Handler

General Job Description:

Material Handler / Yard Jockey

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus

1st or 2nd shifts available

Earn 15% more by working on 2nd shift

Weekly Pay

Overview

Greiner Industries is seeking a skilled Material Handler/Yard Jockey to join our team. This position will be operating a forklift and yard trucks with care to ensure efficiency and safety. This individual will also make sure that the machine shop is organized and well maintained. The job involves loading/unloading material as needed and working with the team to keep your area supplied with materials and neat.

Responsibilities

• Unload steel materials from incoming vehicles/load steel onto outgoing vehicles
• Operate overhead cranes
• Knowledge of correct lifting and handling of product/material, proper blocking to set pieces to handle weight of the piece, proper positions of chains, slings, and straps
• Identify damages and report issues with equipment or products.
• Transport materials to work areas and to other buildings. Verify the pieces are secure for transport.
• Inspect machinery to determine if it can be operated safely and guarantee safety by performing routine maintenance
• Communicate with your team so they know what material is in the yard or shop
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities

Specific Qualifications:

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as forklift operator (shop setiing will have tight spaces)
• Proven experience moving material in a yard, preferred
• Safety awareness
• Able to climb ladders and secure large pieces
• Working outdoors (all weather conditions)
• Basic understanding of inventory control and warehouse management procedures.
• Ability to read work orders, shipping documents, and material specifications.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand, walk, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods.
• Negative result on pre-employment and all active employment drug screens when required.

Company Overview:

Why IES Infrastructure?

IES Infrastructure offers competitive salaries. But, if you make your employment decision based on salary only, you’re overlooking other significant factors – work environment and employee benefits. We offer a friendly, team-work environment with opportunities for continuous development and career advancement. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides real protection for you and your family.

• Health & dental insurance
• Group life & accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Company Paid Disability insurance (short and long-term)
• Vacation and holidays
• 401k

Company Culture

Commitment to Excellence – Consistently exceeds expectations.
Honesty and Integrity – Strive to do what is right and do what we say we will do.
Safety – Create a safe working environment in all operating locations.
Respect -Honor the rights of all involved.
Communication – Communicate clearly and directly with all involved.
Employee Satisfaction – Create employee opportunities for growth and development.
Innovation and Creativity – Apply creative ingenuity to make us better, faster, and first.
Resiliency – No obstacle will stop us from accomplishing our goals.
Teamwork – Above all else, work together as one team and one group of professionals.

All positions require customer focus with a service-oriented attitude as well as attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changes in daily activities is essential. Ability to travel and work overtime/weekends, as needed, to meet customer and in-house demands. All applicants must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening and must have a clean driving record.

Additional Data:

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EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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