New York
Job Description Position Summary: The Port Laborer supports daily port and terminal operations by assisting with cargo handling, site maintenance, and general labor tasks. This role plays a key part in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-organized work environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and able to perform physical work in a fast-paced outdoor setting while collaborating effectively with team members. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Perform general cleanup and maintenance of docks, terminal areas, and equipment., • Assist with loading and unloading vessels, including staging materials and supporting cargo operations., • Operate or assist with light and heavy equipment under supervision., • Support maintenance teams with inspection, repair, and upkeep of equipment and terminal infrastructure., • Assist with line handling, cargo securing, and vessel preparation for docking and departure., • Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)., • Identify and report unsafe conditions, hazards, or equipment issues to supervisors., • Maintain organized work areas to support efficient and safe operations., • Perform additional duties as assigned to support terminal and operational needs. Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred., • Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 50 pounds., • Ability to work safely in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment., • Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team., • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail. Preferred Experience: • Prior experience in construction, industrial, port, or marine environments., • OSHA 10 certification., • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or ability to obtain., • Experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment., • Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools. Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds., • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical labor for extended periods., • Ability to work in outdoor conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, rain, and snow., • Required use of PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel‑toe boots) in operational areas. Work Environment: • Outdoor port and terminal environment with exposure to weather, water, heavy equipment, and active operations., • Fast-paced, team-oriented setting with frequent coordination among crews and operators., • Work may involve heights, confined spaces, and proximity to water and moving equipment., • Flexible schedule required, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on vessel schedules and operational needs.
-Abdul -.Investment & Operations Advisor•Active 2 days ago
