What are the responsibilities and job description for the Barge Unloading Laborer position at JSW Steel USA INC.?
About JSW Steel USA
JSW Steel USA is on a journey to become a premier “melted and manufactured in the US” company, supplier, and employer. We strive to build on long-term partnerships with our team members by providing rewarding and diverse opportunities.
JSW Steel USA has two strategic locations in the United States; Mingo Junction, Ohio, and Baytown, Texas. JSW USA is part of the diversified US $13 billion JSW Group. As affiliates of JSW Group, with more than 18 million tons of installed capacity worldwide, JSW Steel USA benefits from having access to team members with world-class expertise and product knowledge.
We are committed to creating a better today, stronger tomorrow.
JSW Steel USA is home to both the largest and most modern Consteel™ EAF technology in North America as well as one of the widest plate mills. By using the Consteel™ EAF method of melted and manufactured steel, we produce some of the cleanest steel products possible in the world.
We service shipyards, oilfield fabricators, heavy equipment producers, machinery makers, global energy and petrochemicals industry, and many other end users and distributors who need high quality American steel.
Job Summary:
JSW Steel is seeking a Barge Unloading Laborer to join our team!
The Barge Unloading Laborer is responsible for safely unloading heavy slabs, ranging from 30 to 32 tons. This role also involves but not limited to loading the slabs onto railcars, ensuring proper load balance, alignment, and adherence to railcar capacity limits. Success in this position requires physical fitness, the ability to work in a variety of weather conditions, and a strong focus on safety.
Responsibilities:
- Safely unload 30 or more tons slabs from barges using an overhead hoist, ensuring load balance and stable.
- Verify railcar capacity, align slabs for secure placement, and coordinate with the team for efficiency and safety.
- Use ladders safely to access barges and railcars, maintain equipment, and perform regular inspections.
- Keep the barge dock and rail loading areas clean and organized.
- Adhere to safety protocols by wearing PPE/PFDs.
- Report hazards to supervisors, and participating in daily equipment inspections, ensuring the crane is locked during non-operational hours.
Requirements:
- High school Diploma or GED.
- Basic Computer Skills.
- Active TWIC card is preferred.
- Prior experience handling heavy materials (30 tons) using overhead cranes, particularly at seaports, is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with barge lid handling, railcar loading, and working in various weather conditions is also beneficial.
- Strong understanding of load balancing and alignment principles.
- Proficiency in using ladders safely to access confined spaces like barges and railcars.
- Keen attention to detail when verifying railcar capacity and aligning loads.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and communication skills.
EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability
EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.25 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently hold a valid TWIC card?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
