Loader
Also called: Laborer, Material Handler, Warehouse Worker, Merchandise Pick Up Associate
Manually move freight, stock, luggage, or other materials, or perform other general labor. Includes all manual laborers not elsewhere classified.
What does a Loader do?
- 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.
How to become a Loader
Training: A high school diploma or GED, though some people start without a diploma. Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.
Skills you'll use
Is it a fit for you?
- Dependability
Tools and technology
Questions people ask
How much does a Loader make?
About $58,870 a year at the U.S. median. Most earn between $39,460 and $83,160. Pay depends on the state, the employer and experience.
How long does it take to become a Loader?
Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.
Do you need a college degree to be a Loader?
No four-year degree is needed. A high school diploma or GED, though some people start without a diploma.
Is Loader a good career to get into?
O*NET lists it as a Bright Outlook career: it's expected to grow quickly or have lots of openings in the next few years.
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