Part-Time Truck Driver (non-CDL)
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Title: Driver (non-CDL)Status: Part-Time, Non-ExemptLocation: Avondale Global Gateway in Avondale, LAAvondale Global Gateway is a 275-acre former shipyard on Mile 108 of the Mississippi River, redeveloped into a multimodal logistics terminal with significant warehousing and storage capabilities. T. Parker Host acquired Avondale in 2018 from Huntington Ingalls Industries and has since reestablished its iconic prominence into a model of ingenuity. Avondale Global Gateway is a historic property with four docks and over one mile of waterfront, uniquely accommodating ships, barges, rail and trucks. This facility offers immediate access to the regional and interstate highway system and is positioned at the interchange of six Class I railroads, creating the ability for cargo to be distributed in all directions. Avondale has become integral to HOST's continued efforts of shifting the transportation paradigm and rethinking how cargo moves - providing exceptional service and solutions to our customers. EssentialResponsibilities and Duties:* Operates yard mule within the terminal pulling trailers transporting various cargoes to and from vessels, railcars, storage areas* Maintains housekeeping standards as part of fire safety program or as designated by location staff/management.* Responsible for checking equipment for damage or repairs needed and reporting information to Maintenance Supervisor or Terminal Manager.* Make regular inspections of the assigned equipment.* Performs minor maintenance tasks such as fueling, adding fluids, checking tires pressures as necessary to maximize machine availability/reliability and assist maintenance personnel as required.* Complies with all procedures to ensure governmental, state, and company certification standards are met.* Performs all duties assigned by the Shift Leader(s), Operations Manager(s), and Terminal Manager to make sure port operations continue without interruption.* Ensure that safe equipment operating conditions are met before and during operation.* Works closely, as needed, with flaggers when being loaded/unloaded.Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required:* Must hold an active driver's license with positive driving record (CDL not required yet preferred)* Experience driving tractor trailers for at minimum two years* Ability to respond to issues quickly, safely and effectively in a fast-paced, stressful operating environment* Valid TWIC or ability to obtain a TWIC required* Ability to work outside in all types of weather* Must be available to work varied hours, shifts including days/nights/weekends/holidays as required* Must meet fit for duty requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test) The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Perform work in dusty environment and all types of temperature/weather conditions.