Longshore Worker

Jacintoport International•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This labor-intensive position works in the General Cargo Vessel Stevedoring department, handling, loading, and discharging cargo. The employee performs manual labor in accordance with operational and safety guidelines, secures cargo for lifting, follows instructions and signals during cargo movement, reports unsafe or damaged cargo, and keeps the work area clear of debris and hazards. The role may also involve operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment, as well as a chain saw, and performing related tasks as assigned. The position requires substantial physical manual labor, including handling heavy loads and working at heights. Work is outdoors during day and night shifts and may involve exposure to extreme heat, rain, wind, humidity, dust, fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, moderate-to-high noise, confined or cluttered dock areas, varied surfaces and lighting, and vibration. The employee receives direct supervision from the Stevedoring Superintendent, Hatch and Walking Foreman, and does not supervise others. Physical screening and other applicable tests are required.

Requirements

Experience in at least one of the following: labor work in a marine terminal, warehouse, or yard; baggage handling; heavy-weight package handling; or manual loading and unloading from trailers, railcars, or trucks.
Ability to frequently push, pull, carry, and lift in excess of 50 pounds and occasionally exert force in excess of 100 pounds.
Ability to adhere to a standby schedule that includes day and night scheduling, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to read, write, and speak basic English.
Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.
Ability to think logically, follow procedures and instructions, and make sound decisions.
Ability to perform the stated physical tasks, including frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 110 pounds, frequently pushing and pulling over 100 pounds, and working at heights.
Ability to talk and hear; required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Physical screening and other applicable tests are required.

Responsibilities

Perform manual labor functions in the General Cargo Vessel Stevedoring operation in accordance with safety guidelines.
Use a forklift basket at heights of around 14 feet to place or remove container hooks or strapping used for lifting containers, pipes, and general cargo.
Secure cargo with chains and binders in preparation for lifting.
Strap cargo using lashings, container hooks, and wire rope weighing in excess of 100 pounds.
Report unsafe or damaged cargo to a supervisor.
Follow instructions and signals while cargo is being lifted or lowered on the ground or vessel.
Maintain a clean work area free of debris and safety hazards, while remaining aware of vehicles, people, and equipment.
Operate power industrial and material-handling equipment, such as 9K or 10K forklifts, to organize cargo on the dock.
Operate a chain saw to secure and unsecure cargo.
Perform other related tasks as assigned.
Report safety hazards and promptly report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, comply with safety policies and procedures, refuse unsafe tasks, participate in safety meetings and training, and remain aware of personal and coworker safety.