Bulk Terminal Worker

Port of Corpus Christi Authority

Corpus Christi, TX, USA

Published: 8/7/2025

Port of Corpus Christi Authority

Job Title: Bulk Terminal Worker

Salary: $51,563.20 - $73,195.20 Annually

Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2025-00467

Department: Bulk Terminal-Undistributed

Opening Date: 08/04/2025

Closing Date: 8/24/2025 11:59 PM Central

Description:

Job Summary

Hiring Range: $51,563.20 - 65,498.16/Year. It is anticipated that the hiring rate offered will be +/- the midpoint range depending on qualifications.

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team! This position will operate and maintain all material handling systems and associated support equipment at the Bulk Terminal, while providing support to the Supervisor and Buk Terminal Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operates crane and related equipment and performs all required maintenance tasks on the crane including replacing hold and close ropes, replacing clam bucket (30 yd.), etc.
Operates radial ship loader and performs required maintenance tasks on radial ship loader
Operates all material handling equipment associated with loading and unloading cargo
Performs all required maintenance necessary to maintain terminal operations
Determines operational malfunctions, detecting potential malfunctions, and initiates and performs preventative maintenance. Determines mal-functions and repairs conveyor transmissions, fluid couplings and gear boxes
Performs arc and MIG welding tasks and is capable of selecting proper welding supplies to perform required tasks
Performs maintenance on conveyor systems including alignment and training to ensure proper tracking and tension adjustment
Maintains tension and alignment of belt cleaning equipment to ensure proper operation
Performs all required maintenance of support equipment including forklifts, backhoes, vehicles, etc.
Adjusts and calibrates vibratory feeders
Fills out and completes work orders
Completes all training and safety assignments in a timely manner
Ability to perform some electrical work including diagnosing electrical components
Provides assistance to other employees to achieve maximum departmental efficiency.
Provides training, direction, and support to lower grade level employees
Adheres to PCCA policy and maintains good employee relations
Promotes safety awareness and environmental consciousness and complies with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations
Drives vehicle as necessary to complete assigned duties and works required hours/shifts necessary to fulfill facility objectives
Performs related duties as assigned
CPR certified or the ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
Tier 2 status designation

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The preferred candidate for this position should be an organized, thorough, and disciplined individual with a focus on maintaining optimal integrity in support of the PCCA. They must possess the following:

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment
Valid driver’s license

EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE

Five years related experience and/or training or acceptable equivalent experience
Electrical or welding experience preferred
Willingness to continue education in electrical or welding field

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Good mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity with ability to work at heights above thirty feet
Exceptional judgment to safely and efficiently operate and maintain equipment
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to perform mathematical computations in all units of measure
Ability to speak, read and write in English to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply all PCCA policies
Promotes and adheres to the SEAPORT values, state/federal laws
Maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands; must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp/handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
Exposure to adverse weather conditions, risk of electrical shock and occasional fumes or airborne particles; moderate noise levels and moving mechanical parts are present
Ability to operate motor vehicles, heavy machinery, mechanical equipment, and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before August 24,2025, 11:59 PM CST.

If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a physical examination, drug test and alcohol screening, as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.

Benefits:

PCCA employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package:

Competitive salary paid bi-weekly
Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth
Low-cost, high quality benefit package including health, dental & vision insurance
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary life and AD&D, disability, supplemental, and pet insurance
Virtual care telemedicine 24/7 with $0 copay (medical, mental health, dermatology, nutrition, neck & back care)
Tuition reimbursement
529 Education Savings Plan
Passes to local venues, such as the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington Museum
Paid leave (vacation, sick, bereavement)
Thirteen paid holidays
Employee assistance program, volunteer time off, and wellbeing benefits
Salary commensurate with experience

Questions:01Are you 18 years or older?

02This position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Do you meet this requirement?

03A minimum of five years of experience in the duties as outlined or acceptable equivalent experience is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?

04Electrical or welding experience is preferred for this position. Do you have this experience?

05The successful candidate demonstrates good mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity. Do you meet this requirement?

06The successful candidate must have the ability to work at heights above thirty feet for this position. Do you meet this requirement?

07This position requires the candidate to have the ability to speak, write, read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals in English, and carry out oral and written instructions. Do you meet this requirement?

08This position requires the ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Do you meet this requirement?

09The successful candidate must possess exceptional judgement to safely and efficiently operate and maintain equipment. Do you meet this requirement?

10The successful candidate must have the ability to perform mathematical computations in all units of measure. Do you meet this requirement?

11While performing the essential job functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak, hear, use hand to finger movements, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Do you meet these requirements?

12The successful candidate must have the ability to maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails. Assists senior management and office staff where appropriate. Do you meet this requirement?

13This position requires the candidate to have the ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions. Do you meet this requirement?

14This position requires the ability to operate motor vehicles, heavy machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed. Do you have the ability to meet these requirements?

Required Question

EmployerPort Of Corpus Christi Authority

Address 400 Charles Zahn Jr. Drive

Corpus Christi, Texas, 78401

Phone361.885.6162

Website https://portofcc.com/
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