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ContainerPort Group

Terminal Manager

West Chester, OH · On-site

We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North ... Paid Time Off * Flexible work arrangements * Internal Mobility & professional development ...

ContainerPort Group

Terminal Manager

Elwood, IL · On-site

We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North ... Paid Time Off * Flexible work arrangements * Internal Mobility & professional development ...

World Shipping

Terminal Manager

Elwood, IL · On-site

We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North ... Paid Time Off * Flexible work arrangements * Internal Mobility & professional development ...

World Shipping

Terminal Manager

West Chester, OH · On-site

We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North ... Paid Time Off * Flexible work arrangements * Internal Mobility & professional development ...

Ozinga

Terminal Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

Clean and perform routine maintenance work on equipment, loaders, bins, carts, and other containers ... Ability to be flexible in work assignments and open to working in multiple areas and locations as ...

AECOM

Senior Project Manager

Houston, TX

... container terminals, LNG facilities, waterfront developments, cruise and ferry terminals, marinas ... perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel ...

Ozinga

Terminal Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$29.46 - $36.83/hr

... other containers • Maintain equipment storage to ensure inventory is protected • Active ... flexible in work assignments and open to working in multiple areas and locations as necessary to ...

AECOM

Senior Project Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

... container terminals, LNG facilities, waterfront developments, cruise and ferry terminals, marinas ... perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel ...

AECOM

Senior Project Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

... container terminals, LNG facilities, waterfront developments, cruise and ferry terminals, marinas ... perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel ...

AECOM

Senior Project Manager

Houston, TX

... container terminals, LNG facilities, waterfront developments, cruise and ferry terminals, marinas ... perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel ...

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How much do flexible container terminal jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for flexible container terminal in the United States is $71,911.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flexible Container Terminal vs Crane Operator?

AspectFlexible Container TerminalCrane Operator
Required CredentialsCertification in terminal operations, safety trainingCrane operation certification, safety training
Work EnvironmentPort terminals, container yardsPort cranes, construction sites
Industry UsageShipping, logistics, port managementConstruction, shipping ports
Job FocusManaging flexible container handling systemsOperating cranes to move containers

Flexible Container Terminal professionals oversee the operation of flexible handling systems within port environments, focusing on managing container flow and logistics. Crane Operators specifically operate cranes to load and unload containers. While both roles require safety certifications and work in port settings, the Flexible Container Terminal role emphasizes system management, whereas Crane Operators focus on crane operation skills.

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Infographic showing various Flexible Container Terminal job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, 88% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,911 per year, or $34.6 per hour.
Terminal Tractor Operator

Terminal Tractor Operator

T. Parker Host

Avondale, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Position Description
Title: Terminal Tractor Operator
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Company: Host Terminals
Reports To: Operations Manager
Avondale Global Gateway is a 254-acre former shipyard on Mile 108 of the Mississippi River, redeveloped into a multimodal logistics terminal with significant warehousing and storage capabilities. T. Parker Host acquired Avondale in 2018 from Huntington Ingalls Industries and has since reestablished its iconic prominence into a model of ingenuity. Avondale Global Gateway is a historic property with four docks and over one mile of waterfront, uniquely accommodating ships, barges, rail and trucks. This facility offers immediate access to the regional and interstate highway system and is positioned at the interchange of six Class I railroads, creating the ability for cargo to be distributed in all directions.
Avondale Global Gateway has become integral to HOST's continued efforts of shifting the transportation paradigm and rethinking how cargo moves - providing exceptional service and solutions to our customers.
Position Summary: The Terminal Tractor Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers, containers, chassis, and other equipment throughout the terminal, warehouse, and yard operations. This position plays a critical role in supporting vessel, warehouse, and trucking operations by ensuring equipment is properly positioned to maintain operational flow, safety, and customer service standards.
The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and capable of operating in a fast-paced maritime and logistics environment while maintaining compliance with company policies and operational procedures.
Core Principles: All employees must demonstrate an ability to adhere and understand the core principles of the company. This team member must be able to provide value and depth to the Core Principles of Host Terminals.
  • Our PEOPLE are our greatest assets
  • Their SAFETY is our top priority
  • We provide exceptional SERVICE
  • We believe every RELATIONSHIP is important
  • We build on our LEGACY
  • We conduct all business with INTEGRITY
  • We know today's OPPORTUNITIES are tomorrow's growth
  • We are DETECTIVES, understanding all activities within our markets

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Operate terminal tractors (yard trucks/yard mules) to move trailers, chassis, containers, and other cargo equipment throughout terminal and yard locations
    • Including, but the movement of dry van trailers, flatbeds, hopper trailers, tank trailers, loaded and empty containers, and equipment positioned at vessel, warehouse, rail, and truck loading areas.
  • Position equipment at loading docks, staging areas, warehouses, and operational work zones
  • Conduct pre-shift inspections of assigned equipment and report any maintenance or safety concerns
  • Maintain safe operating practices while maneuvering equipment in congested operational environments
  • Coordinate with operations, warehouse personnel, dispatchers, vessel teams, and drivers to support workflow efficiency
  • Secure trailers and verify proper coupling and uncoupling procedures
  • Ensure trailers, containers, and chassis are accurately placed according to operational instructions
  • Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA standards, terminal rules, and customer requirements
  • Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and operational hazards
  • Assist with yard organization and traffic flow as operational needs require
  • Operate equipment during varying weather and environmental conditions
  • Complete required operational documentation, inspections, and reporting accurately and timely
  • Support additional terminal and operational duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Previous experience operating terminal tractors, yard trucks, forklifts, heavy equipment, or commercial vehicles preferred
  • Valid driver's license required
  • TWIC card required or ability to obtain one
  • Ability to safely back trailers into docks and confined operational areas
  • Strong situational awareness and commitment to workplace safety
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with operations personnel
  • Willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as operational demands require
  • Basic understanding of terminal, warehouse, or logistics operations preferred

Physical Requirements:
  • Must meet "fit for duty" requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test)
  • The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
  • Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, wind, heat, etc.)
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Able to work extended shifts up to 12 hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility to respond to emergencies or after-hours incidents as needed
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to maintain alertness and awareness in high-traffic operational environments

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