Gulf Coast Region Apprenticeship Hub (powered by HCC)

On-the-job Training

• Move materials, equipment, or supplies.
  • 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.
  • Carry needed tools or supplies from storage or trucks and return them after use.
• Sort materials or objects for processing or transport.
  • Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
• Load and unload shipments, belongings, or materials.
  • Stack cargo in locations, such as transit sheds or in holds of ships as directed, using pallets or cargo boards.
• Mark materials or objects for identification.
  • Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
  • Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Monitor cargo area conditions.
  • Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
• Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
  • Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Position material handling equipment.
  • All warehouse equipment is used appropriately as instructed to maintain a safe environment.
• Record operational or production data.
  • Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Secure cargo.
  • Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Clean facilities or work areas.
  • Wash out cargo containers or storage areas.
• Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
  • Attach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift cargo and guide loads.
  • Operate equipment safely as per guidelines when moving or lifting.
  • Guide loads being lifted to prevent swinging.
• Package materials or products.
  • Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
• Handle spills of product or hazardous materials
  • Follow appropriate protocol to handle spills of products or hazardous materials.
• Maintain facilities.
  • Maintain facility as per HSE (Health Safety and Environmental) guidelines.
• Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as packaging, or temporary structures.
  • Dismantle props or equipment, such as frames, scaffolding, platforms, or backdrops, using hand tools.
• Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.
  • Notify the manager if equipment needs repairs or replacements.
• Operate packing or other material processing equipment.
  • Bundle and band material using banding machines or manual tapping.