Occupation information for Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand District Of Columbia

description

Manually move freight, stock, luggage, or other materials, or perform other general labor. Includes all manual laborers not elsewhere classified.

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details

Currently Employed: 1,030

Projected Annual Job Openings: 150

Typical Hourly Wage: $18.41 - $25.90

Typical Annual Salary: $38,290 - $53,870

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
  • Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
  • Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
  • Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
  • Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
  • 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.
  • Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
  • Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift cargo and guide loads.
  • Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use.
  • Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Dollies
  • Forklifts
  • Hammers
  • Hand trucks or accessories
  • Pallet trucks

Technology:
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Electronic mail software
  • Inventory management software
  • Spreadsheet software
  • Word processing software