Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand salary in Providence, Rhode Island

Salary distribution

Where Providence laborers and freight, stock, and material movers, hand fall on the wage curve.

Typical entry

• Education

  No formal credential

• Experience

  None

• On-the-job training

  Short-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

• Static Strength

  Ability

  3.8 / 5

• Multilimb Coordination

  Ability

  3.5 / 5

• Trunk Strength

  Ability

  3.5 / 5

• Control Precision

  Ability

  3.3 / 5

• Manual Dexterity

  Ability

  3.1 / 5

• Oral Comprehension

  Ability

  3.1 / 5

• Stamina

  Ability

  3.1 / 5

• Near Vision

  Ability

  3.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

1. 01

   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.

2. 02

   Sort cargo before loading and unloading.

3. 03

   Stack cargo in locations, such as transit sheds or in holds of ships as directed, using pallets or cargo boards.

4. 04

   Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.

5. 05

   Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.

6. 06

   Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.

7. 07

   Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.

8. 08

   Direct spouts and position receptacles, such as bins, carts, or containers, so they can be loaded.