A Sailor, Deckhand, or Marine Oiler operates boats and equipment on boats and manages sails on sailboats. Performs a variety of manual labor tasks on boats and cargo vessels, including hauling goods, operating equipment, or cleaning the boat. Lubricates parts of marine equipment to maintain boat engines and auxiliary equipment.
$34,584 - $36,156
The mission of the North Carolina State Ports Authority is to be the gateway to global markets and to enhance the economy of North Carolina by supporting and improving the state's logistics network.
Our employees are integral to our mission to help businesses succeed. It takes a team of unified people working together to make our facilities attractive to shippers, carriers and other businesses. Our customer-focused attitude is clearly evident through our people. We invite you to learn more about a career with North Carolina Ports.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Safely and efficiently load and offload containers, trucks, and railcars on NC Ports general cargo terminal. Operate various cargo handling equipment to fulfill customer needs and requests.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Load and unload containers, trucks, or railcars in a safe an efficient manner as instructed by departmental leadership
Participate in recouping activities, relocation of cargo, manual labor, or other special work assignments as required
Assist the cargo supervisors and team leaders in the verification of cargo and identification of damaged units as instructed
Operate all cargo handling equipment (such as large industrial forklifts, container handlers/reach stackers, yard trucks, etc.) as required to accomplish cargo movements safely and effectively
Responsible for clearing work areas of debris as it is generated
Must possess knowledge of repetitive container, truck, and railcar loading patterns as well as cargo-specific stow patterns for effective warehousing/storage
Perform physical inventories and investigate discrepancies, as required
Perform equipment inspections or warehouse inspections, as required
Participate in vessel operations, as assigned
Work overtime as assigned, including nights, weekends, and holidays
All other duties as assigned by management
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
2 years of experience operating heavy equipment is required
Must be able to read and understand instructions, perform basic math, be able to write simple sentences or a series of names or numbers, and distinguish between cargo marks
Continuous attention to detail while operating machinery is required
Must follow all safety guidelines including wearing personal protective equipment
Must have a valid driver's license and meet TWIC security requirements
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT
Working time will be spent approximately equally between indoors and outdoors; must be physically able to withstand extreme cold and extreme heat for periods of more than one hour. At times, individual may be exposed to inclement weather, refrigerated environments, loud noise from machinery, proximity to machinery in operation, and fumes/odors from products that are handled at the Port. Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and climb on and off equipment and/or climb ladders on railcars and buildings. Must be able to alternate between sitting and standing positions for prolonged periods.
