***Oil Terminal Dock Worker/Line-handler***

South Portland ME

Description

On-Call Line Handler We are currently seeking on-call/part time, days, nights and/or weekend team members to work on the waterfront in South Portland, ME. The number of hours per week range from 10-20. This job is perfect for college students, retirees, merchant mariners and those looking for experience in the environmental field or if you are looking for some extra income and don’t mind working some on-call hours which could include nights and weekends. With the right qualifications, this position can also be a good training for other opportunities at US Ecology. Position Overview: Must be able to work with a team of individuals assisting with line-handling operations for oil tanker vessels along the South Portland Waterfront. Ship operations last between 1-2 hours each. Tasks would include but may not limited to; basic mooring line handling for large oil tankers, assisting with “booming-in” and “booming-out” ships using a 20ft work boat, and at times light marine maintenance work on the water when needed. $17-$20/hr depending on experience and availability (Minimum of 3-hours pay for each line handling event) On average ship Tie-Ups/Shifts/Sails pay at least “double-time”, meaning you’ll make twice as much per hour worked. The number of hours per week range from 10-20 depending on ship schedules and employee availability. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs, ability to work in all weather conditions, during daytime and night-time hours, wear proper PPE for the job; Personal Flotation Device (PFD), steel toed boots, gloves, safety hard hat and safety glasses. (Responsible for providing steel toed boots) Ability to follow directions; read/speak and understand English; read and understand common danger placards / labels and hazardous warning literature including site safety plans. Located within 1-hour of the South Portland waterfront. Must be able to understand and comply with company and client safety standards. Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Reliable means of transportation, a cell phone, a willingness to work at various hours during the day/night for short periods of time. Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check, past employment verification, as well as being enrolled in a random drug testing program continuing throughout employment with US Ecology.