Tropical Shipping

Tropical has been rated as a "best place to work" in the shipping industry for 10 years in a row. Employees enjoy our team spirit & work ethic and many have been with us for as long as 30 years.

From those in the office to the team loading docks and conducting ship work, Tropical employees across the US, Canada, Bahamas and Caribbean reflect both the local communities we serve and the people with whom we do business. We see diversity and inclusiveness as an essential part of our productivity, creativity, and competitive advantage. We hire great people and our teams feel a lot like family. Together we do outstanding work and we enjoy a fun healthy work-life balance.

Open Positions at Tropical Shipping

Truck Driver- Nightshift

JOB SUMMARY Spots and picks up empty and loaded containers within the Miami and West Palm Beach area and other South Florida areas.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Five years verifiable experience driving over-the-road equipment, and two years verifiable experience working LTL freight.LICENSE: ICC and DOT certification and DOT physical.  Valid Local Driver's License.  Class A, CDL with HAZMAT and tanker endorsements.TRAVEL: 100% Travel to local Tropical locations.

Assistant Controller

JOB SUMMARY Manages and has immediate responsibility for general accounting and financial reporting areas.  Manages all aspects of general accounting for Tropical Companies through coordinating, developing and implementing procedures and controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information. Responsible for the completion and timeliness of monthly, quarter, and year-end financial closes and reporting.EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or in a related fieldEXPERIENCE: ...

Port Checker

JOB SUMMARY Inspect and accurately update status in N-4 for all equipment entering and exiting the port.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Six months general clerical experienceLICENSE: Valid State of Florida Driver's LicenseTRAVEL: N/A

Port Checker

JOB SUMMARY Inspect and accurately update status in N-4 for all equipment entering and exiting the port.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Six months general clerical experienceLICENSE: Valid State of Florida Driver's LicenseTRAVEL: N/A

Import Specialist

JOB SUMMARY Coordinates and processes all the necessary requirements for importation of freight into the Port of Palm Beach, FL. Function include completing the arrival notification process, providing logistical support, completing  the carrier release requirements, invoicing for services provided outside of the scope of the BOL (contract of carriage) and provide customer care support. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES-Coordinate all relay FCL and LCL as defined by the process. Process in...

Fin Rept. & Compl. Analyst

JOB SUMMARYResponsible for verifying compliance with established internal controls at the Corporate and Port locations. Responsible for centralized internal and external financial reporting by developing, improving and documenting the processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial information delivered by the Accounting Department.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(1) Compliance and Quality Controla. Develops Internal Compliance Review Plan (Plan) based on a risk-ba...

Heavy Equipment Mechanic I, USVI – St. Thomas

JOB SUMMARY Maintains and repairs all motorized shore equipment and related accessories.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Three years experience in heavy equipment repair, maintenance and operation.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver's License and Valid PassportTRAVEL: 5% Travel to both domestic and international Tropical locations.

Island Maintenance Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY Coordinate maintenance programs in the islands with US shore maintenance department.  Assist in determining equipment specifications and utilization.  Train personnel as needed.  Offer recommendations to enable our island maintenance departments to become more productive and reduce cost.  Assist in major or minor repairs upon request.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Five to seven years experience in equipment maintenance programs and procedures, equipment de...

Cargo Handling Specialist

JOB SUMMARY Inspects and receives cargo to protect the interest of Tropical and its customers.  Verifies that cargo meets Tropical's minimum requirements for cargo acceptance.  Notifies supervisor / crew leader for problem resolution when cargo does not meet Tropical requirements.  Measures and documents the shipment's size, type and characteristics along with complete written record of any discrepancies.  Applies proper Tropical labels according to cargo marks and paperwork and enters correc...

Port Checker I

JOB SUMMARY Provides the Port Equipment Operator Lead with precise and clear directional signals in loading and discharging vessels.JOB SCOPENo supervisory or budgetary responsibilitiesPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides Port Equipment Operator Lead with required guidance for safe and proper crane operation using approved hand signals. Ensures deck gear is set up according to stowage plan.  Coordinates with Port Equipment Operator Lead, and vessel personnel to ensure proper placemen...

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