Material Coordinator

A Material Coordinator is responsible for receiving, organizing, maintaining, and distributing materials, tools, and equipment used in the construction. This position supports field crews by ensuring the right materials are available, properly stored, and safely loaded for job sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments. 
• Organize and maintain inventory. 
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts and other material handling equipment. 
• Prepare and stage materials for daily field crew assignments. 
• Track inventory using manual logs or computerized inventory management systems. 
• Conduct regular inventory counts and report shortages or damaged materials. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse. 
• Inspect and maintain material handling equipment. 
• Follow company safety regulations. 
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and documentation. 

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• 1–3 years of warehouse, construction yard, utility, or material handling experience preferred. 
• Experience in the electric utility or transmission line industry is an advantage. 

Skills

• Knowledge of warehouse/yard operations and inventory control. 
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other heavy equipment. 
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking. 
• Good communication and organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Strong attention to detail. 

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and reach throughout the workday. 
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions. 
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely. 

Preferred Certifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. 
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain after hire). 
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL A). 
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is preferred. 
• CPR/First Aid certification is beneficial. 

Working Conditions

• Outdoor laydown yard and warehouse environment. 
• Exposure to dust, mud, rain, snow, heat, and cold. 
• Saturday work is required. 

Typical Qualifications

• Strong commitment to workplace safety. 
• Reliable attendance and punctuality. 
• Ability to read packing lists, purchase orders, and shipping documents. 
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with construction materials. 
• Willingness to learn utility-specific equipment and procedures.

Alpha Power Group is a Service-Disabled Veteran, and Minority Owned Business founded to provide the construction industry with a diverse, dedicated and sophisticated professional workforce. Alpha Power is the premier market leader in offering professional services, with industry subject matter experts available to deploy around the United States