How do they match: First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand

  • Check specifications of materials loaded or unloaded against information contained in work orders.
  • Conduct staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics, such as safety.
  • Estimate material, time, and staffing requirements for a given project, based on work orders, job specifications, and experience.
  • Inspect equipment for wear and for conformance to specifications.
  • Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, or disciplinary measures.
  • Resolve personnel problems, complaints, or formal grievances when possible, or refer them to higher-level supervisors for resolution.

  • Monitor work environment to ensure safety or adherence to specifications.
  • Recommend personnel decisions or human resources activities.
  • Resolve personnel problems.
  • Train transportation or material moving personnel.
  • Verify information or specifications.