Temporary Equipment Operator II

JOB NUMBER: Temporary

GRADE: Temp

HIRING RANGE: $16.50/hr

The mission of the North Carolina State Ports Authority is to be the gateway to global markets and to enhance the economy of North Carolina by supporting and improving the state’s logistics network.

Our employees are integral to our mission to help businesses succeed. It takes a team of unified people working together to make our facilities attractive to shippers, carriers and other businesses. Our customer-focused attitude is clearly evident through our people. We invite you to learn more about a career with North Carolina Ports.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Properly load or unload trucks and railcars carrying cargo into/out of the NC Ports using various equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

• Safely operate all cargo handling equipment used on the port including forklifts from 4,000 to 70,000-pound capacity, yard tractors, trailers, and conveyors
• Under direction of the Cargo Handling Supervisor, load and unload trucks or railcars properly in a safe an efficient manner
• Participate in recouping activities, relocation of cargo, manual labor, or other special work assignments as required
• Assist the Cargo Team Leaders in the verification of correct cargo and identification of damaged units
• Responsible for clearing work areas of debris as it is generated
• Must possess knowledge of repetitive truck and railcar loading patterns
• Perform physical inventories and investigate discrepancies as required
• Perform equipment inspections or warehouse inspections as required
• Work overtime as assigned, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• All other duties as assigned by management

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment is preferred
• Must be able to read and understand instructions, able to write simple sentences or a series of names or numbers and distinguish between cargo marks
• Continuous attention to detail while operating machinery is required
• Must follow all safety guidelines including wearing personal protective equipment
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet TWIC security requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Working time will be spent approximately equally between warehouses and outdoors; must be physically able to withstand extreme cold and extreme heat for periods of more than one hour. At times, individual may be exposed to inclement weather, loud noise from machinery, proximity to machinery in operation, and fumes/odors from products that are handled at the Port. Must be able to alternate between sitting and standing positions for prolonged periods. Routinely exposed to jarring of the body during operations of equipment over uneven terrain. Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and climb on and off equipment and/or climb ladders on railcars and buildings.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please apply by submitting a resume and state application (PD-107) to jobs@ncports.com or via fax to (910) 746-6434. All applications must reference the above job number to be considered for this position.

FINAL DATE TO APPLY: Open Until Filled