Material Handler I

JOB SUMMARY
To operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, light bulldozers and backhoes, forklifts, tow motors, and
other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for the moving of material, components, and equipment
from location to location within the plant.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, light bulldozers and backhoes, forklifts, tow motors, and
other mobile equipment (except heavy cranes) for the moving of material, components, and equipment
from location to location within the plant.
• Responsible for inspecting and securely placing hooks, straps, chains, clamps, chokes, cables,
and other lifting apparatus prior to moving material, components, and/or equipment.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of material, products, and equipment.
• Report abnormal conditions of equipment to Foreman.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work in a safe and secure manner and comply with the safety rules and procedures.
• Assist in performing small repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Perform general laborer duties as required (i.e. grinding, loading and unloading of trucks and
railcars, bricking furnace).
• Keep working area clean and perform housekeeping duties around the plant as required (i.e.
pickup tools, roll-up hoses and cables, sweep).