Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

What the job really is

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

At a glance

• Sector: Transportation & Material Moving
• O*NET-SOC code: 53-7062
• O*NET job zone: 2 — some preparation
• Work sample tasks on file: 12
• Tools and technologies listed: 12

What you actually do

Work sample tasks recorded for this occupation:

• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
• 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.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• 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.
• 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.
• Assemble product containers or crates, using hand tools and precut lumber.
• Adjust controls to guide, position, or move equipment, such as cranes, booms, or cameras.

Tools and technology

Apple Safari, Autodesk AutoCAD, Google Docs, Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Mozilla Firefox, Oracle Database, SAP software, Banding machines

What employers expect you to already be comfortable with.

Where this job leads

Related occupations — the usual moves up and sideways:

• Machine Feeders and Offbearers
• Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
• Packers and Packagers, Hand
• Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders
• Conveyor Operators and Tenders
• Hoist and Winch Operators
• Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders
• Helpers--Production Workers

Getting in

O*NET assigns this occupation job zone 2 (some preparation). The related occupations above are the realistic routes in and out.

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