Vertical Asset Recovery Specialist

Posted 8 days ago

sonwil distribution centerBuffalo (NY)

Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand All Other Specialty Trade Contractors

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About the role

Vertical Asset Recovery Specialist (VARS) This position is an on-call position with a guaranteed 3-hour "show up" time. As a Vertical Asset Recovery Specialist (VARS) you will be responsible for performing specialized tasks at heights, including inspection, maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and restacking of palletized goods. Safety will be at a premium, and you will employ strict protocols and use protective gear.

Duties and Responsibilities: Use of safety equipment to climb to heights that may exceed 60' within an industrial racking system. Inspection and assessment of situations, such as stalled shuttles, broken or toppled pallets, or other items such as technology devices installed above or within the structure. Troubleshooting shuttles and performing procedures to recover shuttles when stalled or derailed, or removing shuttles for service when required. Restacking goods from capsized pallets and recovering damaged goods. Cleaning up damaged goods. Use hand or power tools as needed to make repairs or perform maintenance on shuttles or racking. Utilize lifts and build scaffolding or work platforms as needed to perform assigned tasks. All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or GEDTwo to Three (2-3) years of climbing warehouse experience. Strong verbal communication skills. Basic math skills. Previous Forklift, Boom Lift or Scissor Lift Certification preferred. IRATA or OSHA certifications in working at heights. Safety RequirementsMust wear steel toed boots/shoes, safety vest and harness and fall protection equipment.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. High physical fitness and dexterity. On Call

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