Warehouse Operator - Port Sutton, Tampa, FL

Watco Port Sutton Terminal, LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Leadership programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Watco Port Sutton Terminal, LLC in Tampa, FL is hiring a Warehouse Operator to assist with unloading and loading of bulk and packaged goods from vessels, railcars, trucks, and storage facilities.

Duties emphasize safety, quality, and compliance with company policies. The role requires availability for day shifts with extended hours, including nights and weekends, and may involve travel within a 50-mile radius of the Tampa Bay Area.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience preferred.
• Experience operating industrial rolling equipment (front-end loader, bulldozer) preferred.
• TWIC credential required or must qualify to obtain TWIC.
• Valid driver's license and insurability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist other operators in unloading and loading bulk and packaged goods.
• Adhere to safety policies and daily briefings.
• Maintain terminal housekeeping and equipment.
• Report unsafe conditions to management.
• Work extended hours including nights and weekends; 24-hour call-in.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather; heights up to 80 feet.

Skills

Work experience

TWIC eligible

Driver's license

Tools

Front-end loader

Bulldozer

Job description

Career Opportunities: Warehouse Operator - Port Sutton, Tampa, FL (33864)

Requisition ID33864-Posted09/08/2026-Transload Operations

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco .

Here's what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation andbenefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting other operators in the safe, efficient and quality-conscious unloading and loading of bulk and packaged commodities to or from vessel, railcars, trucks and storage facilities. Assure the work being performed consistently meets or exceeds the expectations of the supervisor, as well as published policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Successful completion of specific, entry level tasks in warehousing assisting operators in bulk material transfer, bagging and storage activities.
• Participation in safety and environmental training and attendance to daily briefings.
• Observation of company safety and operational procedures and policies. Promptly reporting of any observed unsafe conditions to management.
• Housekeeping of terminal grounds and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Performance of any other type of terminal function as instructed by the supervisor.
• Must report to work and on time as scheduled.
• Position is generally assigned a daytime schedule but will be required to work extended hours to include nights and weekends.
• Must be available for 24 hour call-in.
• Tasks are performed indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Requires working at heights in excess of 80 feet.
• May be assigned to other company facilities within a 50 mile radius of the Tampa Bay Area.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position and location. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• One year of work experience is preferred. Experience in an industrial setting is preferred.
• Previous experience operating industrial rolling equipment (such as a front-end loader or bulldozer) is preferred.
• Through previous work experience, must demonstrate a work history of good workplace attendance and safe and quality conscious work performance.
• Must meet the criteria to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) as required by USCG/DHS regulations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements