Posted 1w ago

Material Handler - Overhead Crane Operator

@ Seaport Steel
Portland, Oregon, United States
$20-$24/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Observe load hookup, Operate crane controls, Use hoisting attachments
Requirements Summary:High school diploma or GED; material handling experience preferred; able to read/write, basic math; good communication; follow instructions.
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Job Description

About the Role



Join our team as a Material Handler



 



Benefits



✅ Health, dental, and vision insurance



✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

✅ Paid time off and holidays

✅ 401(k) with company match

✅ Growth and advancement opportunities



📍 Location: Portland, OR 

💵 Pay: $20.24 – $23.75 per hour 

📅 Job Type: Full-Time



Most employees start between $20.24-$21.99/hour.  The higher end of the range, $23.75/hour, is reserved for candidates with exceptional experience or qualifications.



What You’ll Do




  • Observe load hookup and determine the safety of the load.

  • Manipulate or depress crane control buttons, to regulate the speed and direction of crane and hoist movement.

  • Use hoisting attachments such as hook, sling, or bucket as load requires.

  • Cleans and maintains a crane and hoisting mechanism. 

  • Inspect crane for defective parts and notify supervisors of defects or malfunctions. 



Qualifications



To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.




  • High school diploma or GED

  • Warehouse or material‑handling experience preferred

  • Able to read, write, and communicate clearly

  • Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, percentages)

  • Able to follow instructions and solve routine problems