Heavy Equipment Operator in Orange Grove

Energy Jobline ZR; Orange Grove (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

T. Parker Host is seeking a reliable Terminal Equipment Operator in Louisiana to load ships and manage cargo according to the operating plan.

You will operate cranes, forklifts, bulldozers and related equipment as part of a team, coordinating with crew and site staff to ensure safe, on-time cargo handling. The role requires a valid driver's license and TWIC, the ability to work outdoors in variable weather, and hours that include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with experience operating heavy machinery including cranes and bulldozers.
• Ability to respond quickly, safely in a fast-paced, stressful operating environment.
• Valid driver’s license and TWIC or ability to obtain a TWIC.
• Ability to work outside in all weather; varied hours including days/nights/weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operates cargo equipment to load ships per operating plan and instructions.
• Operates forklifts, bulldozers, skid steers or heavy pay loaders as required.
• Maintains housekeeping as part of fire safety program.
• Checks equipment for damage and reports to Maintenance Supervisor or Terminal Manager.
• Performs minor maintenance to maximize port system availability.
• Complies with procedures to meet governmental, state, and company standards.
• Follows shift leader/operations manager directives to keep port operations running.
• Ensures safe equipment operating conditions before and during operation.
• Works with flaggers during lifts or rigging as needed.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Crane operation

Bulldozer operation

Education

HS diploma / GED

Tools

Cranes

Bulldozers

Ship loaders

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

In 2019, T. Parker Host acquired United Bulk Terminals (UBT) on Mile 55 of the Mississippi River as one of the largest bulk terminals in the U.S. Gulf, specializing in coal and petcoke. This 1,200 acre property in Davant, Louisiana is capable of extensive loading, discharging and storage – with deep-water docks, fleeting capacity for 500 barges and over 40 pieces of heavy equipment to handle cargo loads.

Since the acquisition, HOST has made extensive improvements in systems and equipment, making the facility safer, more environmentally friendly, and more efficient to better serve our customers.

Position Summary:

In this position, the team member will operate all terminal equipment to distribute the cargo safely and efficiently to the appropriate cargo holds or warehouse as per the operating plan and instructions; Operate as a member of a team, responsible for coordinating information flow between each crew member and location staff/management in the receiving and loading of cargo.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operates various types of cargo related equipment such as conveying equipment, dust collectors, ship loaders, monitor fire suppression systems and all associated equipment to load ships per operating plan and instructions.
• Operates equipment such as diesel or gasoline powered forklifts, bulldozers, skid steers or heavy pay loaders, Ship Gear, excavators to perform any work for which equipment is designed.
• Maintains housekeeping standards as part of fire safety program or as designated by location staff/management.
• Responsible for checking equipment for damage or repairs needed and reporting information to Maintenance Supervisor or Terminal Manager.
• Make regular inspections of the transport systems and perform minor maintenance tasks such as adjusting and lubricating equipment, cleaning, washing, testing, replacing filters, hoses, and other minor maintenance as necessary to maximize port systems availability and reliability.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks such as repairing, adjusting, and lubricating equipment, gauges, valves, hoses, and etc. as necessary to maximize machine availability/reliability and assist maintenance personnel as required.
• Complies with all procedures to ensure governmental, state, and company certification standards are met.
• Performs all duties assigned by the Shift Leader(s), Operations Manager(s), and Terminal Manager to make sure port operations continue without interruption.
• Ensure that safe equipment operating conditions are met before and during operation.
• Works closely, as needed, with flaggers when making lifts or rigging equipment or material.

Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required:

• HS diploma / GED with experience operating heavy machinery including cranes and bulldozers
• Ability to respond to issues quickly, safely and effectively in a fast-paced, stressful operating environment
• Valid driver’s license and TWIC or ability to obtain a TWIC required
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather
• Must be available to work varied hours, shifts including days/nights/weekends/holidays as required

Physical Requirements:

• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test)
• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Perform work in dusty environment and all types of temperature/weather conditions.

HOST, and its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to , , , , , , , veteran or status.

For more information, please visit www.tparkerhost.com