Checker II, Ship - Stevedoring

Logistec; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Logistec in Houston, TX is seeking a Ship Checker to document cargo movement and manage records for discharge, stowage, and load operations. The role requires outdoor work in varying weather and teamwork to ensure safe, efficient cargo handling.

Ideal candidates have 1 year in customer service, a valid driver's license, a TWIC credential, and strong English communication skills. Some travel and use of tablets/scanners are expected.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in customer service is required.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Spanish is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a TWIC credential.
• Dependable transportation to work.
• Willingness to travel and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Count, inspect, sort, identify and record cargo discharge locations from vessels.
• Count, inspect, sort, identify and record cargo stow locations for loading onto vessels.
• Load and unload trucks as needed.
• Mark and measure cargo dimensions.
• Maintain written tallies and electronic records using tablets and scanners.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tablets & Scanners

Job description

Overview

The Ship 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)