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MARINE CARGO SPECIALIST I (MAUI)

Kihei, HI · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

Basic Experience: One (1) year of work experience which demonstrated the ability to read ... The experience must demonstrate knowledge of cargo loading and unloading aboard ships, and ...

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Checker - Houston, TX

Houston, TX · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

They find, evaluate, record all cargo, and support other needs of the operation. If they find ... work zone • Utilizes hand-eye coordination, color and peripheral vision, depth perception ...

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Operator III, Equipment - Stevedoring

Operator III, Equipment - Stevedoring

Gulf Stream Marine

Corpus Christi, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Overview
A highly skilled operational role responsible for handling oversized, heavy lift, and over-dimensional cargo within terminal operations. Includes operating high-capacity equipment and specialized trailers for complex cargo movements, such as windmill blades and long steel products. Must demonstrate expert proficiency, situational awareness, and strict adherence to safety protocols. Required to be proficient in the safe handling and transfer of general cargo and other steel products and containers in the terminal, on and off trailers, in and out of vans, railcars and containers.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Completion of advanced equipment and vehicle operation training.
  • Demonstrated experience with oversized and heavy lift cargo handling.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of load dynamics and safety standards.
  • TWIC card required (or ability to obtain).
  • Reliable transportation and punctuality.
  • Ability to work independently and coordinate with multiple teams.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
  • Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions, including extreme heat, rain, wind, cold, and humidity.
  • Requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, and operating heavy machinery and vehicles.
  • May involve lifting, carrying, and moving equipment or cargo.
  • Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and moving mechanical parts.
  • Must adhere to all safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities
  • Operate PITs with capacities greater than 36,000 lbs, up to 50,000 lbs.
  • Safely operate the following equipment: Forklift (up to 50K lbs), Excavator, Bulldozer, and/or Reach Stacker.
  • Sort cargo ship-side during vessel discharge.
  • Load bundled and general cargo onto over-the-road and yard trucks.
  • Stack and nest cargo at the Place of Rest (POR), using timbers and chocking to prevent damage.
  • Handle over-length cargo (e.g., 60-foot steel pipe) in tandem with other machines.
  • Operate equipment onboard vessels and barges, ensuring safe practices for unattended machinery.
  • Maintain awareness of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, overhead hazards, and crane swing radius.
  • Comply with all safety procedures and operational standards.

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