Checker I, Terminal - Terminal

Gulf Stream Marine, Inc.; Port Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Stream Marine, Inc. is seeking a Ship/Terminal Checker to record cargo movement, including discharge, loading and stowage on vessels and related terminal operations, in a safe and efficient manner.

The role requires 1 year of customer service, strong English communication, a valid driver’s license and TWIC; candidates must be able to work outdoors, travel as needed, and contribute to a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 1 year of customer service experience
• Excellent written & communication in English; Spanish is a plus
• Must have TWIC and Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Count, inspect, sort, identify & record storage location of all cargo discharging from a vessel
• Count, inspect, sort, identify & record stow location of all cargo being loaded onto a vessel
• Load / unload trucks
• Mark & take dimension of cargo
• Keep written tallies and records
• Maintain records with the use of electronic equipment (tablets & scanners)

Skills

Customer service experience

English proficiency

Spanish helpful

Driver’s License

TWIC

Teamwork

Willing to travel

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Ship/Terminal Checker is responsible for recording cargo movement (discharge, loading and stowage on the vessel and load out and receiving of cargos though the terminal, to and from the customer carrier in a responsible, safe and efficient manner.

Candidate Requirements:

• One-year (1) year of experience in customer service.
• Excellent written & communication in English (Spanish is a plus)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have Driver’s License
• Must have a TWIC (Transportation Worker identification Credential)
• Dependable mode of transportation to and from work
• The ability and willingness to work in a team environment
• Must be willing to travel, as needed.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Work is 100% outdoors
• Candidate will be exposed to weather conditions like heat, rain & cold on daily basis. And in some occasions will work in closed spaces (warehouse, vessel hatch, etc)
• Capable of walking, bending, stooping, climbing ladders up to 100ft high and have fast physical reactions (jump, move)
• Ability to work in a noisy environment

Responsibilities

• Count, inspect, sort, identify & record storage location of all cargo dischargin (or coming off a vessel)
• Count, insect, sort, identify & record stow location of all cargo stowed (or being loaded onto a vessel)
• Load / unload trucks
• Mark & take dimension of cargo
• Keep written tallies and record
• Maintain records with the use of electronic equipment (tablets & scanners.