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

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...

Inland Operations Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY Manages, contracts, schedules, monitors, and prioritizes vendor trucking activities according to booking, vessel departure, and service standards.  Manages driver activities and schedule drivers as appropriate to maintain compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Tropical Shipping policies and rules.  Maintains controls over equipment utilization, customer satisfaction, and adherence to tight time frames.  Updates company systems promptly with pertinent da...

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...

Operations Assistant- Caucedo, D.R.

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient loading or unloading of vessels in the yard or operations area for loading and pick-up levels with which to perform these functions.  Responsible for assisting with the overall direction and administration of the Equipment Maintenance and Equipment Management departments.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: One year experience with equipment monitoring and control.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver's LicenseTRAVEL:...

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...

Customer Serv Representative- Caucedo, D.R.

JOB SUMMARY Acts as a liaison between sales representative and customers.  Quotes rates, assists with bookings, follows-up on customer complaints, traces cargo, initiates FCNs, releases documents on southbound/inter-island shipments and responds in a timely manner to customer inquires.  Researches, follows up and maintains current customer accounts.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Three years experience in a related field required with experience in Sales, Customer Serv...

Dispatch Manager

JOB SUMMARY Manages all Dispatch and Trucking functions and staff including owner operators.  Plans and coordinates related services to meet company goals and objectives, and acts as liaison with Interstate Trucking.  Negotiates rates with independent contractors and third party trucking companies.  Manages dispatch system to ensure customer requirements are met and addresses issues with staff.  EDUCATION: Associates Degree in Business ManagementEXPERIENCE: Seven years experience in trucking/...

Warehouse Supervisor – Miami

JOB SUMMARY Supervises all cargo receiving and handling operations in the Miami warehouse.  Supervises the operating functions of cargo inspections, warehousing, out-loading, cargo inventory, and weekly productivity reports.  Responsible for all warehouse and split requests.JOB SCOPESupervises nonexempt employees.  Responsible for assisting with the budgetary responsibilities of the department.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSupervise cargo receiving, handling and loading operations in r...

Traffic Manager

JOB SUMMARY Directs, motivates, trains and supervises the daily work activities of Traffic personnel performing shipment verification processes.  Ensures compliance with legal requirements including Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) rules.  Administers resources and information exchange for Less than Container Load (LCL) shipments, including:  Ocean, Air, Satellite and Interline cargo moving through the Terminal in a timely and cost-effective manner while achieving a high level of customer an...

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...

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