JOB SUMMARY Pulls serviced refrigeration equipment to ready area to provide room at pre-trip lines. Stages gen-set chassis in the port and pulls decked out boxes from the port to the pre-trip lines. Keeps reefer yard open for additional arriving reefers to service. Operates reach stacker and heavy lift fork-lifts to mount and dismount containers. Moves damaged containers to shop for repair. Fuels and check fluids of the Tropical equipment. Identifies defects of Tropical equipment and reports back to supervisor. JOB SCOPENo supervisory or budgetary responsibilitiesPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOperates jockey truck, fuel truck, fork-lifts, and reach stacker as necessary to supply reefer yard with equipment.Transports ready, needing pre-trip and damaged equipment in and out of reefer yard.Updates computer system of incoming/outgoing equipment.Notifies supervisor of unusual and/or excessive damages or issues/potential problems.Performs daily maintenance check on jockey truck, fuel truck, fork-lift and reach stacker.Maintains clear, effective communication using radio.Fuels equipment as needed and documents usage.Checks and maintains fluids of jockey truck, fuel truck and/or assigned equipment.Reports discrepancies and excessive usage of fuel, coolant, or lubricants.Maintains cleanliness and functionality of fuel truck.Maintains cleanliness of reefer shop and surroundings.Performs all other duties as assigned.MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Two years in trucking or shipping operations experience. Experience in operating tractor trailers and heavy machinery. One year CDL experience operating equipment and fueling equipment.LICENSE: Valid Class A CDL with ability to obtain Tanker & HAZMAT endorsement. Must pass DOT physical. Fork-lift certification. TRAVEL: None
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JOB SUMMARY Maintain and repair all motorized shore equipment. Assist in changing crane cables.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent.EXPERIENCE: Three years experience in the field of heavy equipment maintenance or a related field.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License and Valid Passport.TRAVEL: 10% travel to both local and international Tropical locations.
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. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Inspects cargo to ensure that cargo meets the Tropical receiving guidelines for acceptance.2. 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.3. Measures cargo and enters information into the warehouse management system or on hand tally.4. Properly, accurately, and legibly, records all other required information on tally or in warehouse management system.5. Prepares cargo for putaway by verifying paperwork, and placing cargo on pallets. Secures cargo to pallets with shrinkwrap and/or tape.6. Applies labels to each handling unit, in accordance with company procedures.7. Exhibits good customer service skills in communicating with customers, truckers, and vendors.8. Performs and documents pre-shift forklift inspection.9. Operates a forklift to unload delivery trucks and containers.10. Assists in stripping cargo as needed.11. Transfers large shipments from delivery truck directly into containers.12. Keeps work area clean and free of all safety hazards at all times.13. Performs all other assigned duties as requested.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent.EXPERIENCE: Six(6) months Tropical warehouse experience.OSHA Certified in forklift operation.LICENSE: Valid State of Florida Drivers LicenseTRAVEL: NonePHYSICAL: Ability to frequently twist, bend, reach, squat, climb, push/pull 50-100 pounds.Ability to twist and rotate upper body, lift and carry 60 pounds.Ability to remain standing for prolonged periods of time.Ability to work in a non climate-controlled warehouse environment.LANGUAGE: English
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 Service or Traffic.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License.TRAVEL: N/A
JOB SUMMARY Checks in and loads out trailer loads, Flatbeds, Rail Equipment,Autos, Large machinery, Construction Vehicles, Boats, Lumber, Building Materials and ISO Tanks. Maintains a professional attitude and relationship with customers, common carriers, U.S. Customs, and U.S.D.A.EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Six months warehouse operations experienceLICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s LicenseTRAVEL: N/A
Job Overview:The Training Specialist is responsible for supporting the effective planning, coordination, delivery, and administration of organizational training programs. This role serves as a key administrative partner in the development and execution of employee learning and development initiatives, including managing logistics for training sessions, maintaining accurate training records, assisting in the creation of training content, and facilitating New Hire Orientation. Additional training facilitation in the areas of management, technical and soft skills training. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, attention to detail, training facilitation, and experience working with Learning Management Systems (Cornerstone preferred). Experience in Supply Chain/Logistics a plus.
JOB SUMMARYSupervises 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. EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE: Three years in cargo inspection, handling, and warehouse operations.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License. Valid Passport.TRAVEL: 10% Travel to local Tropical locations within the continental U.S. to coordinate operations or participate in special assignments. Occasional overseas travel to coordinate with various port locations.
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.
JOB SUMMARY Responsible for the supervision and management of hourly employees engaged in the trafficking and exporting of cargo to destinations. Ensures all legal compliance is maintained while ensuring that cargo flows in accordance with customers requirements.EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or in a related fieldEXPERIENCE: Three to five years of experience in export documentation or a related field with experience in decision making and supervising.LICENSE: Valid State of Florida Driver’s License and Valid Passport.TRAVEL: None.
