Structural Steel Material Handler / Crane Operator
Location: Cocoa Beach, FLJob Type: Contract-to-HireShift: 2nd ShiftStarting Pay: $22.00/hour, with higher pay available based on experience2nd Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour
Position Overview
We are hiring a versatile Material Handler / Crane Operator to support structural steel operations in both the shop and yard. This position involves moving and staging steel, loading and unloading trailers, operating material-handling equipment, and assisting different areas of production as needed.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working outdoors, operating heavy equipment, and adjusting to changing priorities throughout the workday.
Responsibilities
- Move, stage, and organize structural steel and other materials throughout the shop and yard.
- Operate overhead cranes to safely position and transport steel.
- Use forklifts and Pettibone/telehandler equipment for material movement.
- Assist with trailer jockeying and general yard organization.
- Load and unload trailers and properly stage incoming materials.
- Skid materials and prepare steel and other items for shipment.
- Operate production equipment or machinery when needed.
- Clean parts and materials to keep them ready for production.
- Assist with inventory control and tracking of materials and supplies.
- Follow all equipment operating procedures and workplace safety requirements.
- Provide material-handling support to other departments to keep production moving.
- Maintain reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
Qualifications
- Previous overhead crane operating experience.
- Experience operating Pettibone/telehandler equipment.
- Material handling or warehouse experience preferred.
- Some experience working with structural steel.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and other industrial equipment.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Able to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing assignments.
- Ability to lift and move heavy materials as required.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
- Manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus.
- Willingness to learn new equipment and take on different responsibilities.