Vertical Asset Recovery Specialist
Sonwil Distribution - Lackawanna, NY
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This position is an on-call position with a guaranteed 3-hour "show up" time. Job Purpose As a Vertical Asset Recovery Specialist (VARS) you will be responsible for performing specialized tasks at heights, including inspection, maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and restacking of palletized goods. Safety will be at a premium, and you will employ strict protocols and use protective gear. Duties and Responsibilities • Use of safety equipment to climb to heights that may exceed 60' within an industrial racking system. • Inspection and assessment of situations, such as stalled shuttles, broken or toppled pallets, or other items such as technology devices installed above or within the structure. • Troubleshooting shuttles and performing procedures to recover shuttles when stalled or derailed, or removing shuttles for service when required. • Restacking goods from capsized pallets and recovering damaged goods. • Cleaning up damaged goods. • Use hand or power tools as needed to make repairs or perform maintenance on shuttles or racking. • Utilize lifts and build scaffolding or work platforms as needed to perform assigned tasks. • All other duties as assigned. Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED • Two to Three (2-3) years of climbing warehouse experience. • Strong verbal communication skills. • Basic math skills. • Previous Forklift, Boom Lift or Scissor Lift Certification preferred. • IRATA or OSHA certifications in working at heights. Safety Requirements • Must wear steel toed boots/shoes, safety vest and harness and fall protection equipment. Physical Requirements • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. • High physical fitness and dexterity. On Call
Created: 2026-03-04