Winchman (Houston, TX)

The Winchmen is responsible for operating the gear crane equipment for the loading and discharge of cargo and containers into and from the vessel within the General Cargo Vessel Stevedoring Department.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety

Inspect all equipment before use to ensure is safe to use

Report any gear found to be unsafe to the Vessel Superintendent, Walking and/or Gang Foreman

Operate Ship's Crane, carrying a high volume of production, loading, and unloading cargo, and containers in a safe

and efficient manner, without the risk of damaging or harming the crane, equipment, cargo, vessel, and wharf

Conduct and follow crane hand signals with flagman when performing the loading and discharge of cargo and

containers

Maintain communication with personnel throughout operation in accordance with cargo handling

Inform supervisor immediately if detect any damages and/or spoiled cargo before loading

Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e., vehicles, people

checking equipment, etc.)

Perform other duties, as assigned

Candidate Requirements:

Must have a minimum of (2) two years of industry related experience operating ship's crane or mobile crane

equipment

Must have (1) one year experience operating heavy equipment such as the 9K, 30K or 52K forklift

Must have advance knowledge understanding flagging signals used in cargo handling

Must possess Forklift Certification

Must have a TWIC card or the ability to obtain one

Must have a valid Driver's License

Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English

Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment

Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative

Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Subject to physical and/or DOT Screening is required along with other tests as applicable

Employee must be able to work in high elements

Employee is continuously required to sit (while driving), grasp and exercise eye-hand coordination and eye- hand-

foot coordination

Employee is frequently required to reach forward, exercise repetitive foot and wrist motion

Employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, bend-forward, squat, twist, and reach-overhead

Employee is occasionally required to lift, carry, push, and pull up to fifty-five (55) pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,

depth perception, and ability to adjust