Checker Job at Tropical Shipping
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for performing work associated with stevedoring, including checking and recording containers and equipment being loaded or discharged from vessels, and or cargo movement through operation of forklift.
JOB SCOPE
No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Communicates, via radio with appropriate personnel to provide stowage information and receive verification of equipment location and status. Logs all equipment moves to provide a complete and accurate record. Records actual placement position of cargo on board vessels during loading.
Check container doors, seals and pins prior to transport to ensure freight is moved damage-free. Places appropriate seal on inbound and outbound containers not having seals and records same with Security presence. Completes seal discrepancy reports.
Checks all empty containers for trash or damage. Records informatio and identifies and advises equipment operator of interline/foreign empty containers through use of crane team app on handheld computer.
Performs shipside support with handling lines and setting gangways. Assists in the rigging of special lifts, slings and out-of-gauge lifts when required.
Drives and operates equipment, machinery, and automobiles into hold or deck of ships.
Maintains certification and proficiency in forklift operation.
Works in conjunction with the Signal Person and Lead Stevedore to ensure accurate placement of containers and cargo on vessels.
Performs all required daily, weekly or monthly safety and maintenance checks on assigned equipment. This includes checking tire pressure, locking mechanisms as well as ensuring that the vehicle is clean and receives regular preventative maintenance. Also includes daily preventative maintenance on cranes and weekly cable inspections.
Inspects and cleans shipside/crane work area to ensure safe environment and assists with spill clean-ups.
Inspects rigging gear weekly and reports any failed pieces to management.
Cross trains with Signal Person.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
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MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE:
Six months Stevedoring or Operations experience.
LICENSE:
Valid State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License, Class A or ability to obtain within 30 days. Certified to operate a forklift.
TRAVEL:
N/A
PHYSICAL:
Operations - Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on computer or handheld. Ability to frequently twist, bend, reach, squat, kneel, climb on equipment, push/pull 50 pounds, crawl, lift and carry at least 80 pounds on a daily basis. Able to withstand constant exposure to extreme weather conditions.
LANGUAGE:
English
(Education and experience minimums can be substituted with any equivalent combination of training and experience)
F. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Skills in reading comprehension
Skills in written communication
Skills in oral communication and radio communication.
Skills in mathematics
Skills in decision-making and judgement.
Knowledge of operations functions and varying receiving and handling locations.
Knowledge of ship stow procedures for loading and unloading cargo.
Ability to write legibly.
Ability to work under deadline pressure and perform tasks as required.
Ability to work overtime required.
Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision.
Ability to perform tasks requiring physical effort.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to be flexible.
Ability to work closely with others
Ability to perform job duties and adverse weather and environmental conditions.
Ability to operate forklifts
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