Laborer II

Starting rate : $14 per hour

Long-term employment with opportunities for growth.

We offer excellent benefits including :

• 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w / Employer Match
• Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision insurance (Starting DAY ONE)
• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (15 Days; prorated before 1st year)
• Parental Leave
• Paid holidays

POSITION SUMMARY :

This position provides physical labor toward the production of daily yard operations, to include updating yard locations for inbound containers, cleaning and inspecting containers, assisting with the agricultural inspections, transfers and transloads, general maintenance work, transporting employees and vendors throughout Seaboard’s PortMiami terminal and surrounding areas, and providing support to other operational departments.

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 / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GEOGRAPHIC REGION :

Applications out of the geographic region for this position will not be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS : Required

Required

• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management / supervision.
• Ability to use common hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, drills, wrenches, and hammers.
• Ability to use a hand-held device.
• A valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Basic English communication skills (verbal / written).
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain internal forklift certification within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to accurately process alpha / numeric information.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.
• Ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, vendors and fellow employees.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, extended hours, weekends, and / or holidays, as needed.
• Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment.

Preferred

• High School Diploma
• Prior warehouse / production / general labor experience
• Forklift certification is a plus

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Primary :

• Assists with the installation and performance of maintenance projects under the direction of the Facilities Maintenance Foreman : plumbing, carpentry, electricity, painting, masonry and / or associated work on building / terminal facilities using basic hand and power tools.
• Updates cargo container location via a handheld computer.
• Responsible for terminal housekeeping, cleaning of general areas and departmental vehicles.
• Sweep, wash, clean and inspect empty containers for damage.
• Tags all containers based on readiness conditions : need for repair, paint removal or washing.
• Operates a forklift to empty garbage tanks and move parts / supplies for projects in terminal.
• Drive company vehicles within Seaboard’s PortMiami Terminal and surrounding areas to transport employees, cleaning vendors and crew members.
• Distribute office and ships mail accordingly.
• Delivers trans file boxes and heavy / large office supplies to departments as requested.
• Transfers cargo from one container to another as needed.
• Cross-trained in other functions to provide support to operational departments as needed (Equipment Receiving, Power Mechanic, TIR, Tire Mechanic and Yard.)
• Must maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards.
• Maintains awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people checking equipment, etc.) at all times.

Secondary

• Assist with twist lock repairs for vessel and terminal operations.
• Assists in cleaning the CCTV cameras in the terminal.
• Assists with the agriculture inspections by opening / closing container doors.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Subjection to physical and / or DOT Screening may be required along with other tests as applicable.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift, carry, push and pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift, carry up to 75 pounds, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• The employee is frequently required to bend forward, craw or twist, pinch, reach overhead, exercise eye-hand coordination, use repetitive wrist and foot motion, finger dexterity exercise and frequently eye-hand coordination.
• The employee is continuously required to stand, walk, reach forward, grasp, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls;

and reach with hands and arms.

• The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, squat, balance, stoop, kneel crouch, crawl and smell.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS :

• 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 tasks or operation.
• Participate in safety meetings and training.
• Awareness of their personal safety and that of their coworkers.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED :

Reports directly to the Facility Maintenance Foreman. Does not exercise supervision over any position.

CONDITIONS :

• Work is performed primarily outdoors; exposed to all possible environmental factors such as extreme heat, rain, wind and high humidity, and changing weather during day and night shifts.
• Indoor exposure to controlled temperatures.
• The employee continuously works near moving vehicles (cars, trucks, etc.).
• The employee is continuously exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.
• Drive automated and stick vehicles, low to moderate vibration.
• Moderate vibration with use of hydraulic seating system.

Benefits of Seaboard Marine USA

At Seaboard Marine, we take pride in providing our employees a healthy work environment that empowers them to stay inquisitive, be authentic, and balance work goals with life goals.

Prioritize your health. Our first-class benefits packages offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Take advantage of annual on-site health screenings, fitness programs, and office ergonomic resources.

Achieve financial goals. Meet with investment advisers for a personal session to discuss your 401k, retirement plans, and other flexible spending accounts.

Rest and recharge. Enjoy access to responsible PTO effective the day you’re hired as well as flexible paid holidays throughout the year.

Join a family. We’ve accomplished amazing things over our 39 year history through leveraging the diversity of skills, experiences and backgrounds of our employees.

As a part of our family, you will be joining one of the most respected leaders in ocean transportation in the Western Hemisphere.