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 Utility Person

JOB SUMMARY Pressure washes and/or sweeps out shipping containers and equipment, treats rusted areas and/or disinfects inside of containers as needed. Cleans and maintains shop, washout, and reefer pre-trip inspection (PTI) areas, including trash removal as needed.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES-Pressure washes and/or sweeps out shipping containers and equipment as required using machinery provided.-Checks equipment, ensuring an adequate water supply, oil level, fuel tank and storage ta...

Operations Coordinator – Barbados

Responsible for tracking all of Tropical's equipment moving both  in and out of the port, keep inventory, and generate reports to be sent to regional office.Performs all equipment control functions ensuring accurate monitoring and handling of company equipment.Records all of Tropical's equipment moving in and out of the port by truckers for consignees.Removes batteries from reefers when not in use.Locks empty chassis when not in use.Prepares accurate monthly inventory to be sent to regional o...

Equipment Control CheckerClerk (St. Croix)

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for dispatching and receiving containers, computer data entry of equipment activity, releasing vehicles to customers, printing load list and manifest for general distribution, in addition to calculating and printing demurrage invoices. EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent EXPERIENCE: Six months to one year experience in a related field.  Computer experience required. LICENSE: Valid Local Driver's License. TRAVEL: N/APRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Disp...

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...

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...

Recruitment & Employment Mngr

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for overall management and direction of Recruitment.  Administers applicant testing, and maintains applicant tracking system.  Provides counsel to management on application of policy, and resolving employee relations issues for assigned domestic locations.  Serves as resource in providing advice to employees on any personnel related issues.EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related fieldEXPERIENCE: 5 years of human resources experience, and at least 3 ye...

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...

Safety Engineer

JOB SUMMARY Coordinates a variety of safety functions, including safety committees, safety inspections and post-accident investigations.  Establishes safety policies and procedures.  Oversees emergency response and workers compensation.  Ensures compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) regulations and Chemtel updates.  Provides consultation and training in all safety areas.PRINCI...

Cargo Inspector- Barbados

JOB SUMMARY Receives, tallies, loads and unloads cargo.  Maintains a professional attitude and relationship with customers, common carriers, Customs and other regulatory agencies.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Six months in warehouse or shipping operations.LICENSE: Valid Local Drivers 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 corr...

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