Journeyman Equipment Operator presso Tidewater Transportation & Terminals

THE JOB

We are currently seeking a Journeyman Equipment Operator to join our Vancouver Container Yard. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a variety of yard equipment, including a Manitowoc friction drum lattice boom crane, forklifts, packers, lift trucks, and other heavy machinery. You may also perform routine maintenance and assist with repairs to ensure the safe and efficient operation of company equipment and assets.

Essential Functions:

• Places safety and environmental protection as the highest priority in performing duties and responsibilities while abiding by applicable  safety management system policies and procedures.

•  Works with Tidewater employees, customers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers in the transfer of solid waste containers to/from barges  and trailers.

• Maintains professional communications via radio, cell phone or other means with vessel personnel, truck drivers, contractors, and other  personnel throughout the course of daily terminal activities to direct day-to-day field operations.

• Performs preventive maintenance and assists with repairs on all equipment at the Vancouver Container Yard as assigned.

• Maintains a clean, safe work area which may include sweeping, organizing, and maintaining the shop and grounds areas.

THE BENEFITS

• Starting Wage Range: $33.94 - $45.05 /hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

• Full-family medical/dental/vision coverage

• Nine paid holidays

•  401(k) with 6% company match

• 3% Supplemental Retirement Contribution after one year

• Vacation and sick leave

• Flexible Spending Account

• Long-Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

* This is a union position represented by the United Steel Workers “USW” International Union.

THE CATCH 

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years’ experience operating equipment.

• Experience with friction drum lattice boom cranes, container handlers, and preventative maintenance on automotive or diesel equipment  preferred.

• Ability to use all personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the assigned location.

• Ability to climb a ladder and work at various heights (up to 75 feet) and pull, push and/or lift a variety of equipment and parts requiring forces up to 70 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Work Identification Credential (TWIC) Card from the Department of Homeland Security is also required.  
• All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen, criminal background check, and driving record check. 
• Ability to travel to other job sites as required.

THE COMPANY – Connecting Customers to Local, Regional and Global Markets

Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, Tidewater Transportation & Terminals operates the largest barge transportation and terminal network on the Columbia-Snake River system. Founded in 1932, Tidewater has evolved into a multi-commodity transportation and terminal company serving the diverse and evolving transportation needs of the Pacific Northwest, Canada and beyond. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, Tidewater operates the largest barge transportation and terminal network on the Columbia-Snake River system.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

·         Submit your application at http://www.tidewater.com/careers.

The characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

Tidewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran, qualified individual with a disability or protected class.