Join Associated Terminals, a global leader in cargo handling, renowned for our commitment to safety, efficiency, and exceptional service in the maritime industry. We are currently seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our dedicated team of stevedores. In this role, you will operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment, including track hoes, front-end loaders, and bobcats. Your tasks will involve transporting cargoes to ship and barge holds, deck, and dock areas. This position operates on a rotational shift schedule in a marine environment.
Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain assigned heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre-job inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Follow digging plans, understanding machine capabilities and limitations.
• Transport materials over short distances, often within confined spaces.
• Perform manual labor to prepare or finish sites as required.
• Act as a signal man for other equipment operators and crane operators.
• Complete daily inspection reports and forward to maintenance as needed.
• Support company safety initiatives and comply with all operational directives and company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position in an industrial setting (preferred).
• Working experience in the stevedoring industry (preferred).
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Thorough knowledge of rig operation, maintenance programs, and personnel safety programs.
• Physical fitness to perform all essential physical demands of this job safely.
• Must possess a TWIC Card.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including paid holidays and vacation.
• Training and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
• Work/Life Balance Work Schedule.
• Great 401K Plan.
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain assigned heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre-job inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Follow digging plans, understanding machine capabilities and limitations.
• Transport materials over short distances, often within confined spaces.
• Perform manual labor to prepare or finish sites as required.
• Act as a signal man for other equipment operators and crane operators.
• Complete daily inspection reports and forward to maintenance as needed.
• Support company safety initiatives and comply with all operational directives and company policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position in an industrial setting (preferred).
• Working experience in the stevedoring industry (preferred).
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Thorough knowledge of rig operation, maintenance programs, and personnel safety programs.
• Physical fitness to perform all essential physical demands of this job safely.
• Must possess a TWIC Card.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including paid holidays and vacation.
• Training and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
• Work/Life Balance Work Schedule.
• Great 401K Plan.
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance.