Our Lumper job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Lumper role
A lumper job is a short term, manual labor job that involves loading and unloading cargo from trucks or other vehicles. It is typically done on a warehouse or dockyard, and may require the use of special equipment.
Role Purpose
A lumper is a type of manual laborer who is hired to unload and move merchandise from a truck or container onto a loading dock or warehouse floor. Lumpers are usually employed by warehouses or freight companies and may be hired on an as-needed or contract basis. The role of a lumper is to quickly and efficiently unload and move freight, ensuring that it is organized according to the customer's specifications. The lumper may also be required to pack and label the merchandise as needed.
Lumper Summary
A Lumper is a type of manual laborer who is responsible for unloading and loading goods, materials, and equipment from trucks, ships, and other transportation vehicles. This job requires heavy lifting, carrying, and stacking of goods, materials, and equipment. Other duties may include sorting, organizing, and packing items. Lumpers must have the strength and stamina to perform physical labor in a variety of weather conditions, as well as the ability to follow instructions accurately.
Lumper Duties
- Loading and unloading freight from trailers, containers, and other conveyances
- Sorting freight items and placing them in designated areas
- Packing and wrapping items for shipment
- Using pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment to move freight
- Inspecting items for damage or defects
- Documenting and tracking shipments
- Communicating with customers and vendors
Lumper Skills
- Physical Strength
- Ability to Lift Heavy Objects
- Organizational Skills
Lumper Requirements
- Ability to lift heavy items
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to follow directions
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
Personal Traits
- Strong
- Hardworking
- Dependable