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Port Houston

CMMS Coordinator

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

Develop methods of tracking operational costs for container and general cargo facilities. * Assist in budget preparation and monitoring of department expenses with Maintenance Managers of container ...

Port Houston

CMMS Coordinator

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$16 - $20.25/hr

Develop methods of tracking operational costs for container and general cargo facilities. * Assist in budget preparation and monitoring of department expenses with Maintenance Managers of container ...

Air Culinaire Worldwide

Cargo Manager

Park Ridge, IL · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

The Cargo Manager will take part in all aspects of cargo operations, administration, and ... All responsibilities will be managed under the support, guidance and direction of the General ...

Air General, Inc.

Cargo Support Agent (Remote)

Portsmouth, NH · On-site +1

$17.25 - $22/hr

Air General, a national cargo handling company, is currently seeking a full-time Cargo Support Agent to join our esteemed Remote Support team, "although this role shows a home office location of ...

SURGE Staffing

Cargo Handler

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Follow all safety guidelines and company policies. * Assist with inventory checks and general warehouse duties as needed. * Work collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient cargo movement ...

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Operator III, Equipment - Stevedoring

Operator III, Equipment - Stevedoring

Gulf Stream Marine

Corpus Christi, TX • On-site

Other

Posted 28 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.
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.
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