Seaboard Marine Careers

Description

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

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of industry related experience working in the Longshore function both onboard the vessel and onshore.
• Must have a minimum one (1) year forklift experience, operating 9K, 30K or 52K forklift.
• Must be Forklift Certified.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English.
• Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information.
• Must be able to obtain HAZMAT certification within 90 days from hire.
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with stevedore co-workers.

• 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

• Hazmat Certification is a plus
• Knowledge operating two-way hand-held radios.
• Flagman hand signal knowledge 

• Performs all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
• Follows stow plan for the loading and discharging of vessel
• Supervise and coordinate loading and discharge during vessel operations
• Ensure gear is in good condition before use when lifting cargo
• Report any damages or accidents immediately to Superintendent
• Use two-way hand-held radios to communicate with staff while operation is in progress
• Comprehend and communicate flagman hand signals 
• Cooperate with U.S. Customs during cargo operation for each vessel
• Maintain complete confidentiality of all information
• Leads, supervises and works with assigned personnel in the performance of their duties. 
• Report employees not using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to Superintendent
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people checking equipment, etc.) at all times. 

• Operate 9K, 30K or 52K forklift when needed to move cargo to designated area
• Performs additional job duties as assigned.

• Subject to physical and/or DOT Screening is required along with other tests as applicable
• The employee must be able to work in high altitudes 
• The employee is occasionally required to sit (while driving), grasp and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• The employee is frequently required to reach forward, exercise repetitive foot and wrist motion and finger dexterity.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their fingers 
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. 
• The employee is frequently required to talk and hear
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, bend forward, squat, twist, reach overhead and pinch
• The employee is occasionally required to lift, carry, push and pull up to 55 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Report safety hazards
• Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage
• Wear appropriate PPE as instructed by immediate supervisor
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules
• Refuse any unsafe task or operation
• Participate in safety meetings and training
• Be constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers.

• Exposure to all possible environmental factors such as cold, extreme heat, rain, snow, wind and high humidity during day and night shifts
• The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts
• The employee is continuously exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particles
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.