Precision Material Handler

About the Role

As a Precision Material Handler, you will oversee the movement, staging, and transport prep of Torus’s high-value assets, including multi-million dollar Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and precision power components. Operating in an environment where single items range in value from $1,000,000 to $10,000,000+, this role requires immaculate precision, spatial judgment, absolute safety adherence, and zero-defect execution.

Who You Are

• A Proven Caretaker of High-Stakes Assets: You have a track record of moving critical, high-dollar equipment (such as aerospace structures, defense hardware, or heavy grid infrastructure) where a single mistake is not an option.
• Uncompromising on Precision & Safety: You treat every load with methodical care. You calculate centers of gravity, verify rigging setups, and inspect clearances before making a single move.]
• Master of Heavy Equipment & Rigging: You bring deep operational expertise with heavy-capacity forklifts, overhead/mobile cranes, rigging hardware, and specialized transport equipment.
• Committed to Impeccable Standards: You possess an acute eye for detail, maintaining flawless chain-of-custody documentation, digital tracking, and condition logs for sensitive power hardware.
• A Grounded Leader Under Pressure: You remain calm, focused, and systematic when coordinating complex, high-risk loads with specialized transport carriers, engineers, and field logistics teams.
• Vetted & Dependable: You take pride in a clean driving record and bring the background, integrity, and discipline required to pass rigorous vetting and potential security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Critical Asset Movement & Rigging: Execute high-risk loads involving multi-million dollar BESS containers, heavy battery racks, and precision power hardware using high-capacity forklifts (10,000+ lbs), overhead cranes, air casters, and specialized rigging equipment.
• Pre-Move Assessment & Risk Mitigation: Conduct thorough Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), calculate centers of gravity, verify load weight distribution, and inspect floor/ground weight limits prior to initiating any asset movement.
• Zero-Defect Receiving & Condition Inspection: Conduct micro and macro incoming/outgoing visual and structural damage assessments on capital assets, verifying physical integrity, seal status, and compliance against technical specifications.
• Chain-of-Custody & Traceability: Maintain digital tracking, high-value asset serial number logging, and strict chain-of-custody records within ERP/WMS platforms for all material transfers and staging actions.
• Hazmat & High-Voltage Handling: Adhere to strict safety standards (DOT, UN 38.3, NFPA 855) for handling high-voltage systems and commercial-scale lithium-ion battery modules.
• Transport & Logistics Coordination: Oversee loading, tie-down, and securement procedures for heavy-haul freight carriers, lowboy trailers, and specialized transport teams to guarantee zero damage during transit.
• Equipment Maintenance & Safety Compliance: Manage daily inspections, maintenance logs, and load tests for specialized lifting gear, rigging straps, chains, spreader bars, and heavy material handling vehicles.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner directly with manufacturing, engineering, and field deployment leads to coordinate precise staging timelines for production lines and off-site customer installations.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in high-value, specialized material handling, precision rigging, or heavy logistics (aerospace, defense, power utilities, or semiconductor manufacturing strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated experience handling critical inventory valued in excess of $1M+ per unit.
• Expert-level forklift operating experience (heavy capacity, 10,000+ lbs, specialized attachments) with an active OSHA certification.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with 0 major infractions.
• Ability to pass comprehensive background checks and eligibility to obtain security clearance if required.
• Deep familiarity with hazmat/lithium battery shipping standards (DOT, IATA, UN 38.3 compliance).

Preferred Experience

• NCCER or NCCCO Rigging / Signalperson certification.
• Active Security Clearance (Secret/Top Secret) or ability to be cleared for defense/utility-grade sites.
• Prior experience in the energy storage, clean-tech, or heavy industrial sectors.

Additional Details

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location + Travel The role is based at our Salt Lake Headquarters, GigaOne. May require occasional onsite work in our South Salt Lake R&D warehouse.
Schedule Full-Time, Hourly

Compensation $30-$38/hr (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Our Perks & Benefits

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.

Financial

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance

Health & Wellness

• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Plan participants have access to telehealth services, mental health support and coaching, and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more.

Time Off

• 10 days annual PTO
• 10 paid company holidays
• Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave

Culture & Community

• Regular company-wide offsites to showcase our progress and learnings. A time to step back, think strategically, and work on the business together.
• Team members receive Torus branded gear
• Peer Recognition Program
• Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks. Because great work deserves great fuel.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.