Equipment Operator - Yard Mule

Description

Position at Jacintoport International

Starting rate: $26 per hour

Long-term employment with opportunities for growth

• 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Medical Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

This position is responsible for moving different commodities, utilizing heavy equipment, and performing a variety of physical & labor-intensive tasks within the terminal. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note applications out of the geographic region for position applied will not be considered.

• Must have one (1) year experience driving one or more of the following heavy equipment: mule jockey, tractor trailer, Empty Handler, or Toploader
• A valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Must be able to efficiently maneuver the selected heavy equipment during the practice exam
• Must be able to successfully complete on the job training to drive other heavy equipment such as 9K Forklift, 30K/52K Forklift, Toploader/Empty Handler within the first year of employment.
• Must be able to handle safely and efficiently heavy containerized, palletized, or loose cargoes in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Must possess previous experience performing a variety of physical & labor-intensive tasks
• Must be able to obtain HAZMAT certification within 30 days of start date
• Must be able to obtain Transportation Worker’s Identification Credential (TWIC) within 60 days of start date
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team oriented work environment
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
• Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions
• Must be able to work (flexible hours) extended hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays

• Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Perform routine inspection on assigned equipment; refer defects or repairs to mechanic personnel
• Operate yard truck, 9K forklift, 30K forklift, 52K forklift Empty Handler and Toploader to properly transport containers, general cargo, including pipe and break bulk, within a specific time-frame from one location to another with the proper and safe care to avoid any damages or accidents
• Operate 9K 30K, and 52K forklift to load and discharge cargo from and to yard trucks
• Perform pre-shift mechanical inspection of assigned heavy equipment and immediately report any deficiencies to the Foreman, Stevedoring Superintendent and Mechanic Shop Supervisor
• Operate yard truck to pull, transport, load, and discharge break bulk or empty and loaded containers using standard equipment such as flatbed trailers, pipe trailers, and mafis.
• Couple and uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air and electrical lines
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned
• Maintain constant communication with Foreman and co-workers to ensure that the correct load is moved at the right time and to the correct location
• Inform Foreman immediately if detected any damages and/or spoiled cargo before loading or unloading
• Perform general labor and or stevedoring duties depending on business volume and needs
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles,…