Description

The mission of Associated Terminals is to be the safest and most efficient cargo handling company in the world – with the best – equipped and most knowledgeable team members providing the highest level of services for cargo shippers, vessel owners and other service providers in the maritime industry. This mission is reflected in our motto: The Ability and Attitude to Accomplish Anything. 

We are constantly seeking talented individuals who have a passion for excellence to join our team. We have created a positive, rewarding and safe work environment and are interested in individuals who are skilled and knowledgeable who excel in a team atmosphere. 

Come join a talented team of stevedores dedicated to creating a safe, friendly and family-oriented atmosphere with plenty of room for growth advancement. As an Equipment Operator you will operate and maintain assigned equipment (Track hoe, front-end loader, bobcat, etc.) while performing tasks such as the transportation of various cargoes to ship and barge holds, deck and dock areas while navigating around other equipment and personnel. Works is in a marine environment. Rotational shift work is required.

Why should you work for Associated Terminals?

• Competitive wages
• Competitive Benefits including paid holidays and vacation
• Training Provided
• All PPE including boots and uniforms provided
• Work/Life Balance Work Schedule
• Great 401K Plan
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the safe operation of assigned equipment (Track hoe, front-end loader, bobcat, etc.) in areas such as ship holds, barge holds, deck, and dock areas while navigating around other equipment and personnel.
• Ensures the maintenance of all assigned equipment including performing pre-job inspections and periodic maintenance. This includes but is not limited to the replacement/ inspection of all fluids, filters, fuels, and greasing systems
• Become familiar with digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations, and with efficient and sage digging procedures in a given application.
• Receive written or oral instructions regarding material movement or excavation
• Move materials over short distances, such as in confined space.
• Perform manual labor to prepare or finish sites, such as shoveling materials by hand.
• Perform all required housekeeping duties; clean facilities or work areas
• Acts as signal man for other equipment operators and crane operators
• Perform all required housekeeping duties; clean facilities or work areas
• Complete daily inspection reports and forwards to maintenance as needed
• Report ALL incidents through company’s reporting protocol
• Support company safety initiatives
• Demonstration of knowledge of all required competencies
• Perform other duties as required

 SKILL/ KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in a similar position in an industrial setting (preferred)
• Working Experience in the stevedoring industry (preferred)
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment
• Ability to operate heavy equipment within a confined space
• Thorough knowledge of rig operation and maintenance programs
• Thorough knowledge of personnel safety programs
• Proficiency in equipment and deck operations
• Be physically fit to perform all essential physical demands of this job safely
• Demonstrated safe work practices, history, and leadership ability
• Attention to detail
• Reliable, responsible, dependable and fulfilling obligations
• Independence and adaptability
• Advocate of team concept
• Commitment to customer service
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Must comply with all operational directives and company policies

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbent will work in all weather conditions ranging from warm/hot-cool/cold as well as occasional rain. Will work at different elevations, noise levels will be moderate-high. Job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment, and tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical nature of the work will vary from day to day based on operational needs; however the job will require the incumbent to be able to perform: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, typing, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. Incumbent will also be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to: Hard Hat, eyewear, safety vests, gloves, masks/ respirators (when necessary) and steel-toe boots.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/ or in excess of 50 lbs. frequently, and/ or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

TWIC Card