Branch Floater

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Job Summary

Job Title:
Branch Floater

Location:
Various Branches

Reports To:
Branch Manager

Job Summary

The Branch Floater plays a key role in supporting multiple departments—including Installation, Tarp Fabrication, Packaging, and Shipping—by performing hands-on tasks that ensure products are manufactured, assembled, packaged, and shipped with accuracy, quality, and safety. This position requires adaptability, strong teamwork, and attention to detail. Employees progress through levels (I–III and Lead) based on experience, skills, and leadership ability.

Department-Specific Duties

Installation

• Assemble and install tarp systems (side-to-side roll, trap, cable, Arm, SWAT, Shur Tite).
• Weld, train, and lead peers as experience grows.

Tarp Fabrication

• Measure, cut, weld, sew, and assemble tarp materials.
• Inspect fabric for defects and ensure accuracy of finished tarps.
• Operate sewing machines, heat welders, and cutting equipment.

Packaging

• Package and label products accurately.
• Operate banders, shrink wrap machines, tape/staple guns, drills, and impacts.
• Prepare shipments using company software, organize inventory, and follow dispatch reports.

Shipping

• Prepare and verify outgoing shipments, invoices, and packing lists.
• Load/unload trucks, wrap and bundle tubing, and package parts.
• Ensure shipments meet specifications and carriers’ requirements.

Floater I – Entry Level

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates tool and equipment competency
• Completes basic tasks within one or more departments (e.g., 1 tarp fabrication step, 2 system installations, basic packaging/shipping tasks).

Floater II – Skilled Level

Responsibilities:

• Meets all Level I requirements.
• Demonstrates proficiency in multiple departmental tasks (e.g., 3 tarp fabrication processes, 4 system installations, advanced packaging/shipping functions).
• May assist with training peers.
• Welding and intermediate equipment operation proficiency required for installation roles.

Floater III – Advanced Level

Responsibilities:

• Meets all Level I & II requirements.
• Demonstrates full independence across multiple departmental tasks (e.g., 6 system installations, advanced tarp fabrication, dispatch reporting, full shipping cycle).
• Provides training and guidance to peers.
• Works effectively without supervision and makes sound decisions.
• Displays strong communication and teamwork skills.

Floater – Lead Position

Responsibilities:

• Must meet all level 1 requirements
• Must meet all level 2 requirements
• Must meet all level 3 requirements
• Exhibits strong potential for advancement into a leadership role within the company. Possesses at least 4 of the below skills and has the ability to be trained/coached in further leadership skills. Skill set includes:
• Clear and Direct Communication:
  They consistently communicate instructions and information effectively, ensuring team clarity.
• Active Listening:
  They demonstrate openness to feedback and make efforts to incorporate suggestions, fostering continuous improvement.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:
  They think quickly and critically to resolve unexpected issues and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Technical Expertise:
  They possess a solid understanding of the manufacturing processes within their department, enabling them to provide informed guidance.
• Team Trust and Influence:
  They have built trust among their peers, which is essential for motivating and leading teams.
• Proactive Time Management:
  They manage their tasks efficiently and take the initiative by seeking additional work when their responsibilities are complete.
• Safety Awareness:
  They consistently prioritize and promote a safe working environment.
• Quality Focus:
  They ensure that standards are consistently met, maintaining high product and process quality.
• Ability and willingness to cross train department employees and new employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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