Checker I, Ship - Stevedoring

Logistec; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

LOGISTEC is seeking a casual Checker to support our terminal operations in New York. You will count cargo, verify quantities and identifying information, and document discrepancies across vessel, warehouse, and trucking activities.

You will also inspect cargo for damage, maintain records, and communicate findings to supervisors. The role requires flexibility for weekends/holidays and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience in a terminal, warehouse, shipping, stevedoring, or similar environment preferred.
• Ability to accurately count, record, and verify information.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical work and assist with general labor duties as needed.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, or overtime as operational needs require.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card.

Responsibilities

• Accurately count and record cargo during loading, unloading, and movement operations.
• Verify cargo quantities, types, and identifying information against operational documents.
• Inspect cargo for visible damage, shortages, or discrepancies and document findings.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork or electronic documentation.
• Communicate cargo counts, conditions, damages, and discrepancies to supervisors.
• Assist with vessel, warehouse, and trucking operations as directed.
• Perform general labor duties when needed to support terminal operations.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and operational guidelines.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced terminal environment.
• Work effectively with supervisors, equipment operators, truck drivers, vessel personnel, and other team members.

Skills

Counting & recording

Attention to detail

Communication

Outdoor work

Physical labor

Flexible hours

TWIC eligibility

Job description

Overview

Ready to take your career to the next level? Join our team as a Checker! In this hands-on role, you'll play an important part in keeping our terminal and stevedoring operations safe, accurate, and efficient. You'll monitor, count, verify, and document cargo movements across vessel, warehouse, and trucking operations while helping ensure cargo is properly handled, accounted for, and documented throughout the process.

The Checker records cargo quantities, observes cargo condition, identifies visible damage or irregularities, verifies information against shipping and operational documents, and promptly reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor. The position may also assist with general terminal and labor activities as needed to support overall operational efficiency and safety.

This is a casual position, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic terminal environment with assignments based on operational needs, vessel schedules, cargo volumes, and available work. It's a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy an active work environment, value teamwork, and take pride in accuracy and safety.

Responsibilities

What your day looks like as a Checker:

• Accurately count and record cargo during loading, unloading, and movement operations.
• Verify cargo quantities, types, and identifying information against operational documents.
• Inspect cargo for visible damage, shortages, or discrepancies and document findings.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork or electronic documentation.
• Communicate cargo counts, conditions, damages, and discrepancies to supervisors.
• Assist with vessel, warehouse, and trucking operations as directed.
• Perform general labor duties when needed to support terminal operations.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and operational guidelines.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced terminal environment.
• Work effectively with supervisors, equipment operators, truck drivers, vessel personnel, and other team members.

Qualifications

To succeed as a Checker you must have:

• Previous experience in a terminal, warehouse, shipping, stevedoring, or similar environment is preferred.
• Ability to accurately count, record, and verify information.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical work and assist with general labor duties as needed.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, or overtime as operational needs require.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card.

Why Logistec?

At LOGISTEC, we want to be a global multi-purpose terminal operator and logistics service provider, driving solid results through safety, collaboration and excellence.

We pride ourselves on building and sharing our expertise in order to contribute to the success of our customers and our communities. Our people are dedicated to finding solutions that support reliable supply chains and protect our environment and our water resources.

Diversity helps us grow, while inclusion and accessibility move us forward. When everyone is included, without exception, we can achieve great things together. This is why we continue to strengthen our commitment to pay equity, inclusive hiring and development, and creating environments that are accessible to all.

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