Truck Driver II - Stevedoring

Gulf Stream Marine • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position operates terminal yard trucks within the facility and assists with loading and discharging cargo. It is not an over-the-road position. The role requires a TWIC and heavy hauling experience, as well as prior driving experience. Drivers handle break bulk cargo, containers, and steel or pipe using standard equipment such as flatbed trailers, pipe trailers, open-top containers, and moffets.

Requirements

• Must have a TWIC.
• Must have heavy hauling experience.
• Must have three years of mule jockey or tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to accurately process alphanumeric information.
• Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision and demonstrate strong initiative.
• Must be able to think logically, follow procedures and instructions, and make sound decisions.
• Must be able to work flexible and extended hours, including nights, overtime, and weekends.
• Must be able to occasionally stand, walk, climb, bend, squat, and twist.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently talk and hear.
• Must be able to continuously sit while driving, grasp, and exercise eye-hand and eye-foot coordination and finger dexterity.
• Must have close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform a pre-shift mechanical inspection of the assigned company yard truck and immediately report deficiencies.
• Operate a yard truck and ensure cargo is properly secured for transport throughout the terminal.
• Assist with loading and unloading break bulk cargo, containers, and steel or pipe using flatbed trailers, pipe trailers, open-top containers, and moffets.
• Couple and uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions and connecting or disconnecting air and electrical lines.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, follow loading crew signals, and check that the vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
• Maintain load logs and submit accurate daily shift activity reports.
• Keep the work area clean and free of debris and safety hazards, while remaining aware of surrounding vehicles, people, and equipment.
• Perform other assigned duties, including general labor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed