On-Call TWIC Transportation Driver - Lake Charles LA
Pasadena TXHuman Resources
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Danners Inc. a respected leader in Maritime Transportation and Security is expanding our team in Lake Charles LA. We are seeking dedicated and dependable drivers who hold a valid TWIC Card to join our team. Ideal candidates will be reliable safety-conscious and committed to providing excellent customer service.
As a Crew Transport Driver you will :
- Conduct vehicle inspections
- Provide transportation to crew members to and from vessels
- Complete paperwork and clear crew with Customs and Border Protection
- Professionally interact with crew captains and CBP personnel
- Ensure the safe and timely delivery and pickup of crew members and baggage
- Communicate frequently with Dispatch
- Convey excellent customer service and professionalism
- Assist crewmembers with luggage
- Be prepared to be on call including evenings to support a 24-hour 7-day a week operation.
As a Freight Driver you will :
Conduct vehicle inspections manage the loading and unloading of cargo and ensure the accuracy and compliance of transport documentsManeuver with a trailer in challenging environments like heavy traffic busy ports and airport locationsConvey excellent customer service and professionalismUse a forklift to load and unload equipmentCoordinate timely pick-up and delivery of shipmentsCommunicate frequently with DispatchBe prepared to be on call including evenings 1-2 hours per week to support a 24-hour 7-day a week operation.Benefits :
Medical Dental Vision Supplemental Life AD&D and cancer policies after 60 days (fulltime eligible)Paid Time Off eligibility after 90 days (begins accruing immediately at start of employment)Paid TrainingBi-Weekly Pay / Direct DepositChaplin Service availableDanners CaresEvents and Prizes Promotes from withinSchedule :
Position Type : On-CallHours : Availability required for all shifts including days evenings weekends and holidaysCompetitive hourly rates starting at $15.00 / hour.
Requirements
Qualified Drivers shall meet the following general & physical requirements :
General :
Must be age 24 or older to apply REQUIREDValid Transportation Worker Identification Credential(TWIC) card is REQUIREDMust have a flexible schedule to accommodate variable work hours that change daily with no standard shiftsMust possess a valid Texas drivers licenseBe observant and have attention to detailCapable of using technology for navigation and dispatchAble and resilient in responding to changing schedules and job requirementsSense of urgency initiative and follow-through to complete all jobs with pride in workDesire to work in a team environment in a growing companyAble to think proactively and respond appropriately to changing requirementsMust be able to proficiently speak read & write EnglishMust be employment eligible based on background requirements to include criminal background check clean MVR health / drug screen2 years of recent professional driving experience in the industry preferredPhysical :
Walking up steep gangways and stairs without a fear of heightsLifting / Carrying up to 50 lbs. without assistanceLoading and unloading heavy equipment with moderate assistance (Freight)Walking moderate distancesWork indoors and outdoors in inclement weatherStanding for long periods of timeSitting for long periods of timeDriving vehicles - getting in and out of vehicles several times per dayAverage / Good visionOther physical demands may be required as needed.If you are enthusiastic about providing exceptional customer service and meet the qualifications above please submit your resume and / or application. We look forward to hearing from you!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race religion national origin color sex sexual orientation gender identity veteran status or disability.
Key Skills
Inventory Control,Basic Math,Paratransit,Tanker Experience,Van Driver,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Commercial Vehicle Experience,Delivery Driver Experience,Manual Transmission Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting
Employment Type : Gig
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1