Port Cargo Handler & Equipment Operator (Flexible Schedule)

Parker Towing Company; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Towing Company operates Ports and Terminals in Nashville and Chattanooga, Tennessee; Decatur, Pickensville, Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Demopolis, Axis, and Mobile, Alabama. This opening is for our Port in Decatur, Alabama, with potential assignments at other facilities.

Positions offer progression within Operations and Management based on aptitude. Responsibilities include forklift operation, loading/unloading barges, assisting crane operators, and facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• Live within 50 miles of the assigned port.
• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel and twist frequently.
• Able to push/pull carts, pallets, or equipment.
• Able to reach above shoulders and below waist level.
• Able to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and arms.
• Able to climb ladders or stairs as needed.
• Work schedule is flexible with possible overtime and occasional weekends/holidays.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift (up to 80,000 lbs) to lift and place steel coils.
• Operate skid steers, forklifts, and related equipment.
• Assist loading/unloading barges.
• Assist with cleaning barges.
• Assist crane operators.
• Unload/load trucks.
• Assist in maintaining the facility.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Safety-conscious

Tools

Forklift operation

Skid steer

Crane operation

Job description

Parker Towing Company operates Ports and Terminals in Nashville and Chattanooga, Tennessee; Decatur, Pickensville, Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Demopolis, Axis, and Mobile, Alabama. This opening is for our Port in Decatur, Alabama, with potential assignments at other facilities.

Positions offer progression within Operations and Management based on aptitude. Responsibilities include forklift operation, loading/unloading barges, assisting crane operators, and facility maintenance.