What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crater position at Able Machinery Movers?
About Able Machinery Movers
Operating for over 60 years, Able Machinery Movers continues to emphasize turnkey solutions in the machinery moving industry. We specialize in machinery installation, equipment decommissioning, erection and hookup of machines and ancillary equipment, and crating and/or skid mounting for short-term and long-term relocation. Although the rigging and machinery moving business is often based on short notice, tight schedules, and unpredictable environments, we strive to maintain an uncommonly high level of service.
Whether you are a thinker, a crafter, an innovator, or all the above, we are always looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our team to continue making Able an exceptional, diverse project partner. Join our growing team and be a part of the success and innovation we have to offer!
A crater works with lumber and plywood to build pallets, skids, and custom crates which includes the internal packaging.
- Build and assemble crates in a shop or onsite with a crew for small or large machinery.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools following appropriate methods and procedures to prepare products and other items for shipment.
- Read, learn, understand, and interpret blueprints and work instructions, and other instructions written or verbal, to complete assembly of products or components according to established guidelines and quality standards.
- Use of power tools including a nail gun, table saw, circular saw, stapler, and tape measure.
- Strap and band skids and crates.
- Pack product into crates using packing materials.
- Store crating tools and packing material after use.
- Job may require overnight travel regionally and out of town on occasion.
Experience and Skills Needed
- One year of Carpentry (Preferred)
- One year of Frame Carpentry (Preferred)
- One year of Woodworking (Preferred)
- One year of experience utilizing hand, power, and pneumatic tools.
- Ability to use precision measuring tools/equipment and read a tape measure.
- Ability to use table, skill, radial arm, and miter saws.
- Willing to work for a great company.
Benefits Provided
- Free Employee Level Health Insurance (Other paid plans available for adding dependent coverage or different medical plan coverages)
- Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances
- 401K Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off
- Bonus Program