Checker II, Ship - Stevedoring

Overview

The Checker position is responsible for accurately recording cargo movements—including discharge, stowing, and loading—to and from customer carriers in a safe, efficient, and responsible manner. This role primarily handles steel cargo, including pipe, tubing, coils, and flats, and requires prior experience with these commodities.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in shipping and receiving (warehouse, yard, or stevedoring).
• At least 1 year of direct experience handling steel cargo.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Proven dependability and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in basic math and computer skills for tallying and recordkeeping.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including holidays and weekends.
• Ability to read and write in English; bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Capable of maintaining accurate counts and tallies.

• Work is primarily outdoors with exposure to weather conditions, including heat, rain, and cold.
• Occasional work in enclosed spaces such as warehouses or vessel hatches.
• Frequent walking, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders (up to 100 ft).
• Must be able to react quickly to physical hazards (e.g., jump, move).
• Ability to work in noisy environments and maintain situational awareness.

• Count, inspect, sort, identify, and record storage locations for all discharged cargo (from vessels).
• Count, inspect, sort, identify, and record stow locations for all cargo being loaded onto vessels.
• Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
• Receive and ship cargo to and from the yard.
• Load pipe trucks directly and sort cargo by purchase order, reference number, etc.
• Mark and measure cargo dimensions.
• Maintain written tallies and records.
• Utilize electronic equipment (tablet and scanner) for recordkeeping.
• Assist in training Checker I and II personnel, specifically in steel cargo handling.
• Perform other duties as assigned.