Full Time Jobs

Port Mechanic III

Refrigeration MaintenancePerforms preventative maintenance on all engines / generators as well as troubleshooting and repairs to same.Performs basic preventative maintenance and repairs on all equipment including but not limited to: chassis underslung, clip-on generators as well as containerized / portable generators. Performs inspections of all equipment and handles any existing problems.Operates, inspects and troubleshoots electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical failures onequipment as required and diagnose defects.Performs major and minor repairs on engines and generators.Makes quality fabrications.Performs diagnostics via scanning tools and software.Utilizes maintenance programs to create and schedule work.Makes service calls to various Tropical departments to facilitate equipment repairs as required.Keeps work area and equipment clean and organized.Participates in training seminars, classes, and technically oriented workshops when necessary.All AreasKeeps the work area and equipment clean, orderly, and safe.Participates in online and in person training seminars, classes, and technically oriented workshops. Performs all other duties as assigned.EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent vocational technological graduate.EXPERIENCE: Refrigeration MaintenanceThree years’ experience in equipment repair, maintenance, and operation.LICENSE: Refrigeration Maintenance Valid local driver’s license – Non-Commercial Class E and ability to acquire a Class B commercial license. Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport.TRAVEL: 10% travel to both domestic and international Tropical locations.PHYSICAL: Operations – Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks oncomputer or handheld device or tools. Ability to frequently twist, bend, reach, squat, kneel, climb on equipment, push/pull 50 – 200 pounds, crawl, lift and carry at least 80 pounds on a daily basis. Able to withstand exposure to extreme weather conditions. Ability to travel in various modes of transportation (e.g. automobile, airplane, train etc.)Occasionally exposed to outside elements during the daily workday and when traveling. LANGUAGE: English

STX Sales Manager, USVI – St. Croix

JOB SUMMARY Manages activities of Sales Supervisor and Sales Representatives to obtain maximum productivity and sales revenue for assigned Tropical accounts.  Solicits business from assigned high-priority accounts.EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Marketing or in a related fieldEXPERIENCE: Three years experience in sales management or marketing specific to the shipping industry.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License and Valid PassportTRAVEL: 20% travel to other Tropical locations.

Truck Driver

JOB SUMMARYSpots 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 doubles/triples, HAZMAT and tanker endorsements.TRAVEL: 100% Travel to local Tropical locations.

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 correct data in the warehouse management system, preparing cargo for putaway.  Operates a forklift as part of the receiving, stripping, or putaway processes.  Puts away cargo in the proper location and documents that transaction properly in the warehouse management system.JOB SCOPENo supervisory or budgetary responsibilitiesPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInspects cargo to ensure that cargo meets the Tropical receiving guidelines for acceptance.Receives cargo by :a.  Verifying and documenting the count.b.  Ensuring that cargo matches description on the carrier’s freight billc.  Verifying and documenting cargo condition.d.  Properly noting exceptions (discrepancies) on the delivery agent’s paperwork.e.  Checks for proper hazardous material documents.f.   Signs the delivery receipt, and accepts cargo in accordance with the receiving process.Measures cargo and enters information into the warehouse management system or on hand tally.Properly, accurately, and legibly, records all other required information on tally or in warehouse management system.Prepares cargo for putaway by verifying paperwork, and placing cargo on pallets.  Secures cargo to pallets with shrinkwrap and/or tape.Applies labels to each handling unit, in accordance with company procedures.Exhibits good customer service skills in communicating with customers, truckers, and vendors.Performs and documents pre-shift forklift inspection.Operates a forklift to unload delivery trucks and containers.Strips and transloads cargo as neededTransfers large shipments from delivery truck directly into  containers.Loads containers making sure that cargo is placed properly in containers to ensure maximum stow and damage free transit.Loads flat racks according to flat rack procedures.Ensures proper hazardous material placards are applied when hazardous cargo is loaded.Performs all other assigned duties as requested. MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Six (6) months Tropical warehouse experience.OSHA certified in forklift operation.LICENSE: Valid Florida drivers licenseTRAVEL: None.

Traffic Coordinator- Antigua

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for shipment verification process from tally receipt until cargo is cleared to load.  Maintains successive customer contact to expedite cargo movement to clear to load status, ensuring appropriate export documents have been received and verified. Coordinates documentation process from the time cargo physically received from shipper until cargo is available to Operations for loading in a container.JOB SCOPENo supervisory or budgetary responsibilitiesPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESRetrieves tally or invoice in order of receipt from incoming bin to perform shipment verification process.  Reviews tally to determine if all documents required to prepare cargo for shipment are received.  Follows up with appropriate parties (shippers, consignees, or freight forwarders)  regarding incomplete documentation to obtain information and process the necessary paperwork required for export shipments.   Prepares bonds, when necessary, to expedite shipment.Contacts customers to resolve any discrepancies identified in shipment verification process.  Makes appropriate changes to the tally and records information regarding changes in appropriate company business systems.  Coordinates any changes in the cargo destination with Operations for retagging of the freight.Communicates with the Freight Coordinator to correct errors discovered from the receiving process.  Ensures corrections are made and information documented for proper follow up within Receiving Department.Maintains up-to-date “Cargo On Hand” report.  Reconciles physical inventory in accordance with report information.  Prioritizes cargo movement efforts based on date cargo received to facilitate expeditious cargo operations.  Coordinates efforts with outports providing report information as required.Completes clear to load (CTL) requirements to expedite cargo movement, making cargo available to the Loading Department. Appropriately files all unresolved invoices and tallies ensuring easy retrieval by all team members.  Coordinates all day of sail exceptions with Receiving and Loading departments to minimize disruption to normal work flow.Advises customers of the information Tropical requires to expedite cargo shipments with minimal or no delay.  Researches and resolves issues delaying freight movement.Performs all other duties as assigned.MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, accounting or related field.EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5 years general business or accounting experience.Valid Local Driver’s LicenseLICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License.TRAVEL: N/APHYSICAL: Office Environment – Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on computer.  Ability to bend or stoop to retrieve lower shelf files.  Ability to reach overhead to retrieve upper shelf files.  Ability to sit 1/3 – 2/3 of day.  Ability to work on feet for 1/3 – 2/3 day.LANGUAGE: English     (Education and experience minimums can be substituted with any equivalent combination of training and experience)F. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESSkills in written and oral communications.Skills in the operation and use of a calculator.Skills in reading comprehension.Skills in planning and organizing.Skills in decision-making and problem solving.Skills in telephone etiquette and Customer Service.Skills in computer data entry.Knowledge of core business application (database system).Knowledge of U.S. and foreign government customs forms and procedures.Knowledge of Seven Seas coverage, products , rate structure, and claims procedures.Knowledge of traffic operations.Knowledge of filing procedures.Knowledge of computers and their operations.Knowledge of shipping terms of sale, and Tropical’s credit procedures.Knowledge of Tropical’s service standards and levels.Ability to translate customer requirements into operational procedures.Ability to accurately type a minimum of 35 w.p.m.Ability to write legibly.Ability to work closely with others.Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision.Ability to pay attention to detail.Ability to be flexible.Ability to work accurately under deadline pressure.Ability to work overtime if required.

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.

Traffic Manager – New Brunswick, Canada

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for supervising the Customer Service, Documentation, Reception, and Accounting departments for the Canada Region, to ensure all Company policies and procedures are adhered to.  Works directly with Corporate Traffic to provide input related to Canadian export and import requirements and regulations and also to implement policies for Canadian operation to meet corporate standards.  Ensure that FMC rules and regulations are adhered to relative to the interpretation of tariffs and customs regulations.  Administers office management, HR functions and Payroll issues to all staff members to address needs and concerns and ensure smooth functionality. JOB SCOPESupervises both exempt and nonexempt staff.  Responsible for developing and managing departmental expense budget. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for supervising employees regarding the completion of Bills of Lading, manifests preparations, AMS compliance, booking and rate quotes and processing of invoices, collection activities and monthly accruals. Manages the regional accounting activities including collection calls to customers, faxing required statements of account, use of PeopleSoft for account inquiries, running reports and general ledger account analysis. Performs all general management functions, including yet not limited to, budgeting, personnel actions and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.Anticipates, analyzes and trouble shoots problems with freight movements, ensuring highest levels of service are maintained.Also responsible for reviewing and evaluating performance, and making any required changes to salary and status as a result of that evaluator.Resolves problems as they arise regarding equipment, booking, receiving and documentation and communicates both verbally and in writing with internal customers, dispatch, sales, stevedoring, island managers and external customers, including Canada Customs.Formulates and communicate departmental policies and procedures, and provides continuous input for the development of company documentation policies and procedures for Documentation, Customer Service, Reception and Accounting departments.  Also responsible for orientation, cross-training and job-related training for all assigned personnel within these departments.Responsible for Human Resources activities including but not limited to maintaining confidential files on all employees, including time sheets job descriptions and offer letters; system set up with proper access codes for new employees, computer, telephone and workspace preparation as well as completion of various Company tax related forms.Acts as liaison for Payroll and Human Resources for employees in the Canada Region when issues arise or for the circulation of pertinent information.Attends and contributes to monthly sales and operational meetings.  Also participates in committee assignments providing input on quality improvement and other topics.  Attends monthly cost review meeting and provide account analysis and report for associated expense accounts and preparation of Quarterly Business Review.Prepares departmental productivity reports to monitor and control departmental performance through telephone stats, number of bills issued and reviewing of corrected Bills of Lading.Maintains relationship with service providers and ensuring costs are kept to a minimum for vendor services provided such as Northup Group building maintenance, Lyreco office supplies and other related services.Acts as Liaison with West Palm Beach or local repair service provider for office equipment issues, maintenance of computers, telephones, faxes, issues relating to IS personnel such as computer room equipment, servers and router installation.Performs all other assigned duties.EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or in a related fieldEXPERIENCE: Four years direct experience in the shipping industry, including experience in supervising and managing people.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License and Valid Passport.TRAVEL: 10% travel to both local and international Tropical locationsPHYSICAL: Office Environment – Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on computer.  Ability to bend or stoop to retrieve lower shelf files.  Ability to reach overhead to retrieve upper shelf files.  ability to sit 1/3 – 2/3 of day.  Ability to travel in various modes of transportation (e.g. automobile, airplane, train etc.)  Occasionally exposed to outside elements during the course of traveling.LANGUAGE: English

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 data to ensure accuracy and efficient handling of cargo. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManages the planning of jobs and vendor selection to obtain the best vendor match for customer requirements for hazmat loads, overweight, and over dimensional.  Updates data into Tritium System & updates data when needed. Addresses changes, voyage changes, Act. Also updates T-link to ensure customers are charged.Assigns driver and equipment and confirms with customers via e-mail and or phone. Delivery time, location and equipment type and size.Manages and maintains over twenty equipment pool locations.Monitors several e-mail accounts to verify vendors are ready for next assignment and or issues at location to be addressed.Creates work orders when needed both in T-link and Trinium for repossession moves.Adds assessorial request in system under correct vendor and provide back authorization number for vendor to be paid. Also ensures the accuracy of rates.Communicates with both internal and external customers to coordinate pick-up/ deliveries, adding change of equipment, voyage or time change. Requests out of route miles when needed and adds into system.Rail bills all containers moving on class 1 railroads via their website.Ensures rate to customer is in accurate for proper billing.Complies with all DOT rules and regulations for each state traveled in.Performs all other assigned duties.  EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: One year in transportation or shipping.LICENSE: Valid local driver’s licenseTRAVEL: 5% travel to other Tropical locations and vendors as necessary.PHYSICAL: Office Environment – Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on computer.  Ability to bend or stoop to retrieve lower shelf files.  Ability to reach overhead to retrieve upper shelf files.  ability to sit 1/3 – 2/3 of day.  Ability to travel in various modes of transportation (e.g. automobile, airplane, train etc.)  Occasionally exposed to outside elements during the course of traveling.LANGUAGE: English

Dock Worker – ($20.02 – $30.03 DOE)

Carlile is a trucking and logistics company that’s proudly Alaskan. Headquartered in Anchorage,
we seek people who share our values and take pride in being professional. We value safety, reliability,
dedication to our organization, and industry-leading innovation. We look for pride, integrity, grit, and
approachability. We provide a wonderful work life balance for our team members. We want you home with your family each night.
If you’re looking for a long-term career – on the road or in the office – this is a unique place to build one.

Human Resources Generalist -USVI

JOB SUMMARYResponsible for assisting all business units in achieving corporate objectives in the USVI and Puerto Rico.   Provides pro-active and daily solutions, expert counsel and accurate and timely HR information to clients, employees and the management of Tropical Shipping.  Provides counsel to management on application of policy, and resolves employee relations issues.   Serves as resource in providing advice to employees on personnel related issues.   As a strategic consultative business partner, is responsible for helping attract, develop and retain employees through planning, development of HR programs and activities. Administers applicant testing, and maintains applicant tracking system.EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or in a related fieldEXPERIENCE: Three years of Human Resources experience, including one year in recruiting or employee relations.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License.TRAVEL: 10% travel to other Tropical locations.This position will be based in St. Thomas or St. Croix, USVI.

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