Longshore Worker

Description Position at Jacintoport International Starting rate: $24 per hour Long-term employment with opportunities for growth We offer excellent benefits including: 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer MatchMedical, Dental & Vision insuranceTuition ReimbursementLife Insurance Supplemental Medical Coverage Paid Time Off Parental LeavePaid HolidaysEmployee Assistance Program POSITION SUMMARY: This labor-intensive position is responsible for working with the handling, loading, and discharging of cargoes in the General Cargo Vessel Stevedoring department. 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 ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GEOGRAPHIC REGION: Please note applications out of the geographic region for position applied will not be considered. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Experience in any of the following: performing labor work in a marine terminal, warehouse or yard environment, baggage handling, heavy weight package handling, manual loading and unloading from trailers, railcars or trucks. To include frequently pushing, pulling, carrying and lifting in excess of 50 lbs. and occasionally exerting in excess of 100 lbs. Must be able to adhere to a standby schedule which includes day and night scheduling, overtime, weekends and holidays. Must have the ability to read, write, and speak basic English Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiativeMust have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employeesMust have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary Perform all manual labor functions in accordance within the GC/Vessel Stevedoring operation and safety guidelinesWork with forklift basket up to heights of around 14 feet to place or remove container hooks or strapping used for lifting containers, pipes and general cargoSecure cargo with chains/binders when preparing for liftingStrap cargo by utilizing lashings, container hooks, wire rope weighing in excess of 100 lbs to assure safe operation Report any unsafe or damaged cargo to supervisorFollow instructions and signals when cargo is being lifted or lowered on ground or vessel Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) at all times. Secondary Operate power industrial and material handling equipment, such as 9K or 10K forklifts to organize cargo on the dock, and operate chain saw to secure and unsecure cargoPerform other related tasks as assigned PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical Screening required along with other tests as applicableEmployee is required to perform an abundance of physical manual labor The employee must exert an excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally and an excess of 50 lbs of force frequently. The employee must frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry up to 110 lbs. The employee is required to frequently push and pull over 100 lbs. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, climb, forward bend, operate controls and perform simple and firm hand grasping The employee is frequently required to squat, twist, forward and overhead reachThe employee is required to occasionally, perform finger dexterity and pinch The employee is continuously required exercise eye-hand coordination, eye-hand-foot coordination, exercise repetitive wrist/foot motion.Must be able to work at heights The employee is required to talk and hear.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Report safety hazardsImmediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damageWear appropriate PPE as instructed by immediate supervisorComply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rulesRefuse any unsafe task or operationParticipate in safety meetings and trainingBe constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives direct supervision from the Stevedoring Superintendent, Hatch and Walking Foreman and does not exercise supervision over any other position. CONDITIONS: Outdoors, exposure to all possible environmental factors such as extreme heat, rain, wind and high humidity during day and night shifts The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical partsThe employee is continuously exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particlesThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to highMay work in confined or cluttered work areas, such as docksThe employee will walk on various surfaces, varying terrain and under varying light conditionsModerate vibration with use of hydraulic seating system DISCLAIMER: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. If an applicant with a disability is unable or limited in their ability to use or access our online application center as a result of their disability, they can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected]The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.