Operator IV, Equipment - Stevedoring

Gulf Stream Marine

  • Brownsville, Texas
  • 12 days ago

    Highlights

    This role operates large-capacity forklifts, including Hyster (H1050) and Taylor (XH1000) models, to safely lift, move, and stack extremely heavy loads (55,000 lbs or greater). Resumen: This is a senior-level operational role responsible for operating high-capacity equipment and terminal yard trucks to support the safe and efficient movement of heavy lift and over-dimensional cargo.

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    LocationBrownsville, Texas

    Description

    Resumen:

    This is a senior-level operational role responsible for operating high-capacity equipment and terminal yard trucks to support the safe and efficient movement of heavy lift and over-dimensional cargo. This role requires expert-level proficiency, extensive experience, and strict adherence to safety protocols in high-risk environments in the marine terminal, port operations and yard settings. This role operates large-capacity forklifts, including Hyster (H1050) and Taylor (XH1000) models, to safely lift, move, and stack extremely heavy loads (55,000 lbs or greater). 

     

    Gulf Stream Marine, Inc. an Enstructure company.

    Calificaciones:
    • High school diploma or equivalent required.
    • Minimum of 3 years of experience operating high-capacity equipment and/or driving mule jockeys or tractor-trailers.
    • Valid state driver’s license (DL) with acceptable driving record.
    • TWIC card required in hand.
    • Ability to read, write, and speak English; accurate processing of alpha/numeric data.
    • Strong initiative, independent judgment, and decision-making skills.
    • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
    • Proven ability to function effectively in fast-paced environments with limited supervision.

     

    Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

     

    • Subject to physical and/or DOT screening and other applicable tests.
    • Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions including extreme heat, rain, wind, cold, and high humidity during day and night shifts.
    • Frequent sitting (while driving), grasping, and exercising eye-hand and eye-hand-foot coordination.
    • Frequent reaching, repetitive foot/wrist motion, and finger dexterity.
    • Occasional standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, twisting, and overhead reaching.
    • Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 55 pounds.
    • Specific vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
    • Exposure to high altitudes, noise, dust, fumes, and moving mechanical parts.
    Responsabilidades:
    • Operate PITs with capacities of 55,000 lbs or greater.
    • Safely operate the following equipment: Forklift (55K+ lbs), Excavator, Bulldozer, Reach Stacker, and/or Ship Loader.
    • Handle heavy lift cargo exceeding 55K machine capacity.
    • Operate Level IV machinery onboard vessels, barges, docks and yard.
    • Stack steel coils at the Place of Rest (POR), ensuring proper nesting and chocking.
    • Reverse and turn under load; request spotters when visibility is obstructed.
    • Handle over-dimensional loads in tandem with other machines.
    • Maintain awareness of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, overhead hazards, and crane swing radius.
    • Follow unattended machinery protocols, especially onboard vessels.
    • Comply with all safety procedures and operational standards.

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