TWIC-Certified Heavy Equipment Operator | Maritime

Associated Terminals; Convent, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation

Great 401K Plan

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

Training and PPE provided

Work/Life Balance Schedule

Job summary

Associated Terminals is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our marine operations team in Convent, LA. You will operate and maintain track hoes, front-end loaders, and bobcats, moving cargo to ship and barge holds, deck, and dock areas.

This role rotates on a marine shift schedule, emphasizing safety and efficiency. The position requires the ability to work in confined spaces, follow digging plans, and coordinate with crane operators.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position in an industrial setting (preferred).
• Working experience in the stevedoring industry (preferred).
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Thorough knowledge of rig operation, maintenance programs, and personnel safety programs.
• Physical fitness to perform all essential physical demands of this job safely.
• Must possess a TWIC Card.
• Competitive benefits package, including paid holidays and vacation.
• Training and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
• Work/Life Balance Work Schedule.
• Great 401K Plan.
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain assigned heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre-job inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Follow digging plans, understanding machine capabilities and limitations.
• Transport materials over short distances, often within confined spaces.
• Perform manual labor to prepare or finish sites as required.
• Act as a signal man for other equipment operators and crane operators.
• Complete daily inspection reports and forward to maintenance as needed.
• Support company safety initiatives and comply with all operational directives and company policies.

Skills

TWIC Card

Operate heavy equipment

Teamwork

Job description

Associated Terminals is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our marine operations team in Convent, LA. You will operate and maintain track hoes, front-end loaders, and bobcats, moving cargo to ship and barge holds, deck, and dock areas.

This role rotates on a marine shift schedule, emphasizing safety and efficiency. The position requires the ability to work in confined spaces, follow digging plans, and coordinate with crane operators.