Full Time Jobs

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.

Port Mechanic IV

JOB SUMMARY    Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on support and heavy freight moving equipment systems: mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical. JOB SCOPENo supervisory or budgetary responsibilities. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES-Performs preventative maintenance on all heavy equipment including but not limited to: mobile harbor cranes, straddle carriers, reach stackers, rotators and spreaders.-Performs major and minor repairs to heavy equipment as needed.-Operates, inspects and troubleshoots mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical failures on equipment as required and diagnose defects.-Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications.-Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using hoists, rigging equipment and hand tools.-Researches parts needed for repairs on equipment by using parts manuals and supply books.-Rebuilds engines, transmissions and their components as necessary.-Makes service calls to various Tropical departments both domestic and international to facilitate equipment repairs as required.-Remains on standby duty during ship loading after hours and on weekends.  -Fills out work orders after every job.  Orders parts required to conduct repair and maintenance and follow-up.  Coordinates with the effected departments equipment repairs and services.-Makes quality fabrications as needed.-Keeps work area clean and organized.-Participates in training seminars and workshops when necessary.-Performs all other duties as required.MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION:    High School Diploma and vocational technological graduate with certificate in equipment maintenance and repair preferred.EXPERIENCE:    Minimum 3 years experience in heavy equipment repair, maintenance and operation.LICENSE:    Valid Local Driver’s License – Non-Commercial Class E. Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport. Certificates in mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems preferred.TRAVEL:    10% Travel to both domestic and international Tropical locations.PHYSICAL:    Operations – Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on/with computer, handheld devices or tools.  Ability to frequently twist, bend, reach, squat, kneel, climb on equipment, push/pull 50 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 during traveling.LANGUAGE:    English

Heavy Equipment Mechanic- Puerto Plata, D.R.

JOB SUMMARY Performs preventative maintenance on support and freight moving equipment as well as repairs to same.EDUCATION: High School Diploma and vocational technological graduate with certificate in Equipment maintenance and repairEXPERIENCE: Five years experience in heavy equipment repair, maintenance and operation.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License – Commercial Class B with HAZMAT and Tanker endorsement and Valid Passport.  Certificates in Hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and mechanical.TRAVEL: 10% Travel to both domestic and international Tropical locations.LANGUAGE: English

Port Checker

JOB SUMMARY: Provides the Port Equipment Operator Lead with precise and clear directional signals in loading and discharging vessels.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Six months experience in or shipping operations experience.LICENSE: Valid local driver’s license.TRAVEL: N/APHYSICAL: Operations – Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks on computer or handheld.  Ability to frequently twist, bend, reach, squat, kneel, climb on equipment, push/pull 50 pounds, crawl, lift and carry at least 80 pounds and push/pull 200 pounds on a daily basis.  Able to withstand constant exposure to extreme weather conditions. Must pass DOT physical.LANGUAGE: English

Administrative Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for providing administrative support  within Seven Seas including claims, underwriting and administration. This includes collaborating with various departments to resolve issues, monitoring and responding to calls/ email correspondence and assisting internal/external customers.JOB SCOPENo supervisory or budgetary  responsibilities PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1.  Monitors the Insuring mailbox and responds to customer inquiries.2.  Prepares Special Cargo (SCP) policies and Open Cargo (OCP) policies for the underwriters to review   and issue including processing credit cards.3.  Audits OCP declarations for accuracy and trading patterns to ensure volumes meet expectations and shipments fall within the scope of the policy.4.  Assists claims coordinator and adjusters with administrative claim functions.5.  Produces reports, i.e., monthly T Link, % assured, quarterly variance and loss ratio’s.6.  Monitors application of premium under Bill of Lading (BOL) program and Freight Correction Notice (FCN’s).7.  Updates Tropical accounts in T Link with insurance instructions.8.  Understands and answers inquiries regarding the Companies insurance policies and products.  Works to retain policyholders who inquire about canceling through open listening, policy review of customer issues, and escalation to the appropriate team.9.  Assists with developing PowerPoint and training materials.10.  Liaise with other departments and provides support when needed.11.  Develops and maintains strong client relationships.12.  Coordinates meetings with clients.13.  Assists in the development and implementation of procedures.14.  Reviews OCP websites and marketing materials for accuracy. 15.  Performs duties of executive secretary when needed. 16.  Performs all other duties as assigned.MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION: Associate Degree in Insurance Services, Business Administration and/or Business Marketing or comparable experience.EXPERIENCE: 6 months to 1 year of experience in customer service preferably in shipping and logistics and/or insurance.LICENSE: Florida 4-40 Customer Representative License recommended within 180 days of employmentTRAVEL: 5% travel to domestic and international Tropical locations

Training & Development Manager

JOB SUMMARY Manages and directs the training and development function of the company by designing and  implementing orientation, communications and training required to carry out the company’s mission at all company and agency locations.JOB SCOPESupervises none exempt employees.  Responsible for the preparation and administration of budget, approval of department operating expenses and other financial functions of the work unit.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCollects and analyzes information on the present and future training needs of the company through surveys, interviews, and observations.  Designs and implements a variety of employee and organizational development programs to address those needs.Prepares, distributes and administers the annual Training & Development Calendar and Reference Guide.Supervises department staff engaged in a variety of activities such as operational, managerial, administrative, sales, and export documentation training programs.Coordinates the design and administration of an ongoing Management Development Process, including assessment of supervisory ability, selection of management trainee candidates, and preparation of organizational succession and Individual Management Development Plans.Responsible for the design and development of training manuals and other forms of classroom and independent study instructional and/or informative material to support company training needs.Designs, executes, and monitors orientation programs for new and existing employees.Designs and manages a variety of career development processes, including the Educational Assistance Policy.Researches, writes and manages Human Resources policies required to communicate and accomplish the objective of the Training & Development functions.  Assist, as a team member, in the design and review of all Human Resources Policy.Conducts individual and group instruction on a variety of training subjects. Performs all other assigned duties as requested.EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources or related field of studyEXPERIENCE: Five to seven years experience managing development and communication programs.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License.  Valid PassportTRAVEL: 10% Travel to domestic and international Tropical Shipping 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

AAC – Full Time Aircraft Mechanic OGG

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned): 1. Initiate, execute and sign forms, tags, and other paperwork in accordance with the appropriate maintenance manuals. Review […]

Safety Manager

TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico, a leader in safe and reliable service to Puerto Rico, is seeking a Safety Manager to join the team at our Jacksonville, FL office.   In […]

Accounts Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY Provides all logistical assistance to Customers without freight forwarders.  Responsible for the smooth movement of cargo from pick up through vessel loading once the booking and routing have been completed.  Ensures that all documentation is in order and scanned into TLink to allow for completion of EEI filings, Bills of Lading, and any other required documents.. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUpdates jobs, partner profiles, rating of jobs, and consolidation of jobs in TLink.  Scans all documents into TLink under proper classifications in time for EEI and CTL/CTS cut-offs.Monitors TLink workplans for receipt of LCL cargo and tracks down required export documents.  Liases with warehouse staff to ensure received cargo is correct and ready for loading.Contacts Customers to acquire proper documentation for export of cargo.Contacts Customers to arrange pick up of FCL containers from shipper/suppliers and updates information into TLink.  Assists Customers with logistics for both FCL and LCL cargo.Reviews jobs for CTL/CTS status changes and liases with Control Center  of CTS of FCL cargo.Informs Customers on Tropical services such as National Pick up, Intermodal, Insurance and provides terms and rates.  Also quotes rates on prepaid shipments.Consolidates cargo as requested by Customer in accordance with consolidation agreements and guidelines.Files EEI with US Census on behalf of Customer and reviews and corrects EEIs prepared by documentation team.Applies payment of freight charges to Carrier Release.Assists Ports with inquiries on cargo status and tracking. Performs all other related duties as assigned.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: One to three years of experience in export documentation and Tropical services.LICENSE: 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.  Operations Environment – Ability  to bend, stoop, climb to record cargo information for shipping.LANGUAGE: English

Dock Supervisor – Grave Shift ($24.91 – $38.59 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.

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