Stevedore jobs in the United States

Jackson, MO: FTS is seeking a Stevedore with heavy equipment operation experience to assist in loading raw materials onto barges for transport down the river.

Essential Duties:

• Operate small equipment (skid steer, backhoe)
• Operate excavator for leveling barges and reclaiming
• Load barges at all docks
• Load barges to correct drafts.
• Load barges with minimal spillage.
• Spot and recognize unsafe conditions on vessels and barges.
• Correct hazards, if not able to correct on his own report to supervisor for proper course of action.
• Ensure to report any slip, trip, fall scratch or any other injury to pilot or supervisor so incident can be recorded, and appropriate action can be taken.
• Assist with routine maintenance on the dock
• Report any fluids that enter the river
• Keep walkways and travel ways clear of lines, tools, and debris.
• Communicate well with pilot, deckhands, truck drivers, and other vessels in fleet.
• Change cables and put eyes in cable.
• Knowledge of product size to assure quality of product going on barge
• Recognize barges that may be potential problems while loading

Requirements/Skills:

• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, or overtime as needed
• Must be able to work in hot and cold weather in a safe and productive manner.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and preform repetitive bending and stooping when required
• Good knowledge of river safety.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Must be able to pass MSHA training (provided)

Equal Opportunity Statement:

FTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person