Expediter (Rochester, NY)

Expediter / Warehouse Support Technician

Position Title: Expediter / Warehouse Support Technician
Company: Catenary Construction
Compensation: $26-30/hour 
Location: Rochester, NY 
Reports To: Warehouse Manager 
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: 
Catenary Construction is seeking a dependable and organized Expediter / Warehouse Support Technician to support field operations by ensuring crews have the materials, tools, and equipment needed to safely and efficiently complete projects. This position plays a critical role in delivering materials to jobsites, organizing the warehouse, performing basic equipment maintenance and repairs, general labor as needed for at warehouse and staging yard and assisting with a variety of operational tasks.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, self-motivated, safety-conscious, and willing to take on a variety of responsibilities in support of construction operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Material & Equipment Logistics
•    Deliver materials, tools, equipment, and supplies to active jobsites.
•    Pick up materials from vendors, suppliers, and project locations.
•    Assist with loading and unloading trucks and trailers.
•    Ensure materials are delivered accurately, safely, and on schedule.
•    Maintain delivery records, packing lists, and inventory documentation.
Warehouse Operations
•    Organize and maintain warehouse inventory, storage areas, and equipment yards.
•    Receive, inspect, and stock incoming materials and supplies. 
•    Conduct routine inventory counts and assist with inventory tracking.
•    Keep warehouse and storage areas clean, orderly, and safe.
•    Prepare materials and equipment for upcoming projects.
Equipment Support
•    Assist with routine maintenance and minor repairs on construction equipment, tools, and vehicles.
•    Perform equipment inspections and report deficiencies.
•    Coordinate equipment servicing and repairs as directed.
•    Maintain records of equipment maintenance and usage.
•    Cleaning and maintaining fleet and equipment. 
General Operational Support
•    Assist project managers, superintendents, and field crews with miscellaneous operational needs.
•    Perform general labor and odd jobs as required to support construction activities.
•    Assist with facility maintenance and upkeep.
•    Support company safety initiatives and maintain compliance with all safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications
Required
•    Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
•    Ability to safely operate pickup trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment (or  willingness to be trained). 
•    Ability to safely operate stake rack trucks and flatbed delivery trucks, delivering materials and equipment to and from active jobsites.  
•    Ability to use simple cell phone applications 
•    Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
•    Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.  80 lbs (bag of concrete equivalent) 
•    Strong organizational and time-management skills.
•    Reliable attendance and ability to work independently.
Preferred
•    Previous warehouse, logistics, construction, or equipment maintenance experience.
•    Forklift certification.
•    Experience operating construction equipment.
•    Knowledge of inventory management practices.
•    CDL license or ability to obtain one.
Physical Requirements
•    Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment.
•    Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
•    Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.
•    Safely operate company vehicles and equipment.

What Success Looks Like
•    Materials and equipment arrive at jobsites accurately and on time.
•    Warehouse inventory remains organized and readily accessible.
•    Equipment is maintained and available for field operations.
•    Project teams receive prompt support for operational needs.
•    Safety, cleanliness, and efficiency standards are consistently maintained.
•    Attitude of teamwork, understanding that jobsite scheduling priorities change quicky and often.  
•    Willingness to work longer days and/or weekends at times if needed.
•    Willingness to drive throughout western NY.
•    CDL class B license with 3 years clean driving record.

Catenary Construction is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a safe, productive, and professional work environment.
 

This is a full time position