General Labor - TCA - FP

Gulf Stream Marine•Freeport, TX

About The Position

The Longshoreman (General Laborer - TCA) is responsible for the loading, unloading, moving or handling of cargo; (container, bulk, breakbulk, shipping containers, oil barrels, gear, or any other materials / cargo) into, in, on, or out of any vessel and/or train in a responsible, safe and efficient manner. The Longshoreman may preform other duties as instructed and/or assigned by the Gang Foreman. Why Join Us as a General Labor - TCA? Pick your own shifts – work when it fits your schedule No long-term obligation – great for those seeking part-time or seasonal flexibility Consistent opportunities – high-performers are called in first Fast-track to full-time – pipeline into regular employment with benefits. Ideal For: People looking for extra income or a flexible second job Students, retirees, veterans, or former GSM employees Individuals who enjoy active, outdoor work with a team environment

Requirements

Prior experience as a Longshoreman with cargo rigging (lashing/strapping) in a marine terminal or any of the following experience: baggage handling, package handling, manual loading and unloading cargo from trucks, trailers, or railcars.
Must have the ability to read, write, and speak basic English.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have valid Driver’s License and/or State ID.
Must have an active Transportation Worker identification Credential (TWIC) Card.
Dependable & reliable mode of transportation to and from work.
The ability and willingness to work in a team environment.
Must be willing to travel, as needed to other locations within Texas (Houston & Brownsville)
Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
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 initiative.
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.
Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions.
Employee is required to perform an abundance of physical manual labor.
Must be able to work at heights, within enclosed/confined spaces, in noisy environments with moving equipment and in adverse climatic conditions.
The employee is constantly required to stand, reach forward, balance, handle objects, operate controls and perform simple and firm hand grasping including twisting and pinching.
The employee is frequently required to squat, stoop, crouch, kneel, and reach overhead.
The employee must frequently pull up to 130 pounds, push, pull and lift up to 110 pounds and carry up to 55 pounds.
The employee is occasionally required to sit (while being lifted in basket), crawl, grasp, exercise eye-hand coordination, exercise repetitive wrist motion.
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.

Responsibilities

Reports to Gang Foreman.
Assist with loading and unloading cargo from vessels, trucks, and rail
Support inventory counts, tagging, and documentation
Work closely with checkers, crane operators, and dock supervisors
Follow all safety protocols and terminal procedures
Communicates verbally or uses hand signals.
May instruct Yard Hustler Drivers on specific location to line up Yard Hustler in order for the crane to be able to load or offload the container.
May be required to communicate via hand held radio.
May be required to handle tools and/or lashing materials .
May engage and disengage automatic locks (15-20 lbs.) which are set in between the containers to hold in place during transport and place in gearbox.
May be required to place or remove dunnage including but not limited to under blades, buckets, or other attachments that would rest on transport surface.
Must remain clear of moving tracks and attached equipment.
May use push broom to sweep discarded materials to designated area.
May place ISO fittings.
May be required to hook and unhook lifting gear.