Barge Load Out Operator New

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

Responsible for safe and efficient loading and handling of bulk cargo loading onto a vessel at a Barge. This includes use of heavy equipment (loaders, crane and ship loader) to safely load bulk unpackaged materials. Follow all regulations and safety guidelines to meet load rates and quality targets.

Responsibilities

• Follow all workplace and job safety procedures
• Ensure vessel is loading correctly (load rate, gate control, fine mitigation)
• Understand load plan and maintain to customer satisfaction
• Keep accurate records of cargo handled, including weights, measurements and quantities
• Operator heavy equipment on vessel - loaders, cranes, and ship loader
• Perform equipment inspections and all rigging
• Identify upset conditions or potential failure points
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting, enter work orders and assist maintenance with repairs
• Keep areas clean, neat and orderly to meet housekeeping standards
• Communicate to Operations team, including ship crew
• Other related duties as assigned and service as a backup resource as needed

Qualifications

• Ability to work multiple shift schedules and rotating shifts as required
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to independently manage priorities and schedule to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications - What Will Set You Apart

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience with bulk material loading
• Previous experience in Maritime industry
• Mechanical aptitude

Working conditions

• Must be able to work in outdoor environment and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
• Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
• Work includes high places more than 175 feet, use main lifts and work in confined spaces
• Willing and able to maintain a strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and overnight to address unexpected site issues with or without notice

Physical requirements

• Able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and crawling and pulling for up to twelve (12) hours per day
• Able to work in high places more than 175 feet, use man lifts and work in confined spaces
• Able to work around moving equipment and machinery
• Able to pull and lift up to 50 lbs
• Able to safety and successfully perform and essential job functions consistent with ADA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards

EEO Statement

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.