Truck Driver I - Stevedoring

Gulf Stream Marine • Corpus Christi, TX

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About The Position

This position is responsible for operating terminal yard trucks and assisting with the loading and discharging of cargo, within the facility.

Requirements

• Must have one (1) year driving experience as a mule jockey or tractor trailer driving experience.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric.
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.
• Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions.
• Must be able to work flexible hours) extended hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, bend, squat, and twist.
• The employee must occasionally lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• The employee is frequently required to communicate effectively.
• The employee is continuously required to sit (while driving), grasp and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye hand-foot coordination and finger dexterity.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift mechanical inspection of assigned company truck (yard mule) and immediately report any deficiencies.
• Operate yard truck and ensure cargo is properly secure for transport throughout the t Includes loading & unloading break bulk cargo, containers, and steel/pipe, using standard equipment such as flatbed trailers, pipe trailers, open top containers, and mofettes.
• Couple and uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting, or disconnecting air and electrical lines.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Maintain logs of loads and submit accurate daily shift activity.
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) at all
• Perform other duties such as general labor, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees