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

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

Sales Representative – Dominican Republic

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for servicing and maintaining existing customer base and identifying profitable opportunities for new business. Evaluates customer’s needs and makes recommendations to ensure premium pricing and enhancement of bottom line profit.  Requires selling skills to enhance the customer’s supply chain effectiveness with convenient and reliable transportation solutions and strives to exceed yearly budgetary targets.EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketi...

Purchasing Agent

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for purchasing parts, materials, services and equipment at the lowest total cost of ownership consistent with quality, quantity and specifications.  Negotiates critical purchasing and maintenance contracts with external vendors. Trains Buyers on purchasing functions and assists with purchasing assignments.  Conducts external vendor audits and assists in setting departmental training guidelines.EDUCATION: Associates Degree or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Three to five years ex...

Port Checker I

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Port Equipment Operator II

JOB SUMMARY Primarily operates straddle carrier in all aspects of ship loading and yard operations.  Operates other various equipment including jockey truck, forklift, and reach stacker as needed.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Three years in operation of jockey truck and reach stacker.  One year in Stevedoring Department.LICENSE: Valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License. Certified to operate forklift, reach stacker and strad carrier.TRAVEL: N/A

Port Equipment Operator Lead

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for operating and maintaining cranes for all stevedoring activities which include vessel loading/discharging and special lifts.  Functions as the crew leader, responsible for production productivity, safety and company policy enforcement.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Three years experience with the operation of jockey truck, reach stacker and straddle carrier.  Three years experience in the Stevedoring Department.LICENSE: Valid Local Commercia...

Port Equipment Operator II

JOB SUMMARY Primarily operates straddle carrier in all aspects of ship loading and yard operations.  Operates other various equipment including jockey truck, forklift, and reach stacker as needed.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Three years in operation of jockey truck and reach stacker.  One year in Stevedoring Department.LICENSE: Valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License. Certified to operate forklift, reach stacker and strad carrier.TRAVEL: 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

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...

Switchboard Operator/Reception

JOB SUMMARY Operates the switchboard.  Answers all incoming phone calls, properly directs calls to appropriate individual or department.  Processes incoming express packages.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Six months in general office or clerical duties.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver's License.TRAVEL: N/A

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