Dozer Operator - D9, D10

T. Parker Host • Braithwaite, LA

81d

About The Position

In this position, the team member will operate all terminal equipment to distribute the cargo safely and efficiently to the appropriate cargo holds or warehouse as per the operating plan and instructions; Operate as a member of a team, responsible for coordinating information flow between each crew member and location staff/management in the receiving and loading of cargo.

Requirements

• HS diploma / GED with experience operating heavy machinery.
• 1+ year experience of operating D6 Dozer, D10 preferred.
• Ability to respond to issues quickly, safely and effectively in a fast-paced, stressful operating environment.
• Valid driver's license and TWIC or ability to obtain a TWIC required.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather.
• Ability to work on the river.
• Must be available to work varied hours, shifts including days/nights/weekends/holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of tasks involving mobile and fixed equipment operation, conveyer systems barge unloadings and vessel loadings.
• Assist operators and maintenance personnel.
• Work under direct or indirect supervision.
• Operate D6, D10 dozers, and large front end Loader to build and maintain piles of coal and petroleum coke in line with management pile size instructions.
• Push product to reclaiming machine in efficient manner to expedite the loading of marine vessels.
• Operate any other heavy equipment as needed to perform any work for which the equipment is designed, and operator is qualified for.
• Maintains housekeeping standards as part of fire safety program or as designated by location staff/management.
• Performs a variety of duties included, but not limited to the attached task lists.
• Demonstrate and maintain behaviors that proactively support safe work practices while recognizing and communicating conditions of potential risk.
• Know and use established safety rules and regulations including 'lock out- tag out' procedures.
• Responsible for checking equipment for damage or repairs needed and reporting information to Maintenance Supervisor or Terminal Manager.
• Make regular inspections of the transport systems and perform minor maintenance tasks such as adjusting and lubricating equipment, cleaning, washing, testing, replacing filters, hoses, and other minor maintenance as necessary to maximize port systems availability and reliability.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks such as repairing, adjusting and lubricating equipment, gauges, valves, hoses, and etc. as necessary to maximize machine availability/reliability and assist maintenance personnel as required.
• Complies with all procedures to ensure governmental, state, and company certification standards are met.
• Performs all duties assigned by the Shift Leader(s), Operations Manager(s), and Terminal Manager to make sure port operations continue without interruption.
• Ensure that safe equipment operating conditions are met before and during operation.
• Works closely, as needed, with flaggers when making lifts or rigging equipment or material.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees