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Dispatcher
TITLE: Dispatcher
DEPARTMENT: Harbormaster Office
CLASSIFICATION: Clerical Technical Employees - CT3
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CLOSING DATE: Until filled
Job Summary This is a clerical position in the Harbormaster’s Office. This position requires that the employee gather information from various sources and enter it into a computerized system. This employee has extensive contact with the public to include steamship agents, stevedores, officers of governmental agencies, and other BND employees. This employee must be able to work well with others. There is a high degree of mental and visual attention necessary in the performance of this job. Shifts are scheduled on a 24-hour basis. Day and night shifts are a possibility. Job Responsibilities- Uses computer to input and output data.
- Processes berthing reports spotting orders and cargo information received by the Harbormaster’s Office.
- Maintains continuous radio monitoring of ship-to-shore and BND’s internal communications.
- Maintains telephone communications.
- Maintains the Harbormaster operations and security log.
- Maintains vessel traffic, logistics board.
- Utilizes security system to observe port and waterway operations.
- Communication skills, including the ability to write legibly in English.
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook as well as various computer programs.
- Ability to type at a reasonable rate of speed with accuracy.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Ability to deal courteously with the public and with employees.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in the making of minor decisions in accordance with rules, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to self-direct work efforts.
- Ability to collect and organize data from various and written instructions.
- Basic arithmetic and report composition skills.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Three to five years of clerical experience or/and any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience.
- Knowledge of rules, regulations, and policies of Port of Brownsville. Possess a general understanding and familiarity with Port, city, state, and federal laws.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written direction.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
- Excellent and effective oral and written communication skills.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish).
- Work involves shift work in an office that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
- Work involves nearly continuous use of a computer.
- Work requires long periods of sitting (up to 2 continuous hours and up to 8 hours in a day).
- In emergency situations, work may require the ability to maintain flexible schedules, including overtime or double shifts.
- Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation and pass a psych evaluation/test to be hired for this position.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
The Port of Brownsville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization. The Port of Brownsville prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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General Labor
TITLE: General Labor
DEPARTMENT: Facilities Maintenance
CLASSIFICATION: Manual Technical – MT1
Job Summary This is manual labor in the performance of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks that may be of a physically demanding nature. Work involves responsibility for performing manual labor, which may be of a heavy nature. As work experience is gained, employees of this class may be assigned to somewhat more difficult and responsible tasks. Work assignments frequently are detailed, and the work is subject to review while in progress and upon completion. Job Responsibilities- Perform routine grounds and road right-of-way cleaning and maintenance
- Mows grass with power, push-type or small tractor mower
- Cuts and hoes weeds
- Trims and prunes shrubbery and small trees
- Rakes leaves
- Edges curbs
- Sprays ditches for weeds
- Cleans and maintains garden equipment
- Loads trash and trimmings on trucks
- Cleans floors
- Participates in minor maintenance and cleaning of buildings and grounds. Limited equipment use.
- Other duties as assigned after proper instruction.
- This is an entry level position, no previous experience is required.
- Ability to perform repair or construction work.
- Ability to use the tools used in maintenance and construction.
- Some knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around mechanized equipment.
- Ability to perform manual tasks involving physical strength and endurance under variable weather.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish)
- Previous related experience
- Excellent and effective oral and written communication skills.
- Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions such as heat, cold, dust, and vehicle exhaust.
- Medium physical effort including long periods of standing, up to 8 continuous hours and occasional lifting of objects up to 50 lbs.
- Withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking, and/or sitting.
- Frequent contact with the public.
- Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation to be hired for this position.
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Heavy Equipment and Diesel Mechanic
TITLE: Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic
DEPARTMENT: Facilities Maintenance
Job Summary
Employee in this job should demonstrate attention to detail and have good interpersonal skills. Employee should have proven experience working with heavy and diesel machinery. Employee will be responsible for all aspects of maintenance, and repair of vehicles and diesel-powered heavy equipment (ie: Excavators, Bulldozers, Frontend Loaders, Backhoes, Motor Graders, Skid Steer, Dump Trucks, and other equipment). Duties include running diagnostic tests on equipment, analyzing diagnostic test results, repairing, or replacing engines, steering, transmissions, braking system, lighting system, perform preventive maintenance, test driving to gauge repairs and performance.
Job Responsibilities
- Determine condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests on diesel engines or heavy equipment and interpreting the results to offer suitable solutions.
- Repairing equipment systems including suspensions, steering, exhausts systems, electrical systems, and lighting systems.
- Repairing or replacing equipment transmissions, brakes, engines, and other associated parts.
- Repairing damaged equipment parts and attachments like blades, pistons, hydraulics and booms.
- Conduct job site repairs or sudden breakdowns as
- Complete oil changes, wheel balancing, alignments, and brakes
- Perform cleaning, lubricating and conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on all heavy equipment and vehicles.
- Maintenance detail service records on all
- Preparing work plan after fully analyzing the
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational
- Perform other duties as assigned or deemed necessary by the
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Training in diesel engine repair from vocational or community college
- Minimum Two to three years of proven diesel mechanic and construction equipment experience.
- Training in drive trains, mechanism of a diesel engine, preventive maintenance, electrical systems, inspections.
- Advance knowledge of diesel
- Proficiency in use of diesel engine diagnostic
- Good organizational and communication
- Proficiency in maintenance tools and repair
- Excellent problem-solving
- Bilingual (Write and Speak English / Spanish).
- Follow safety policies and
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual (write and ready English / Spanish)
- Degree or diploma in heavy equipment mechanical or diesel
- NIASE Diesel Certification
Work Conditions & Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Work requires physical effort such as stooping and bending, and occasional lifting of objects (up to seventy-five pounds).
- Work requires periods of walking out-of-doors, in dusty locations and in the presence of heavy equipment for periods of up to 8 hours per day.
- Work occasionally requires driving in an environment that contains heavy equipment in operation, loud noise, and fumes.
- Work may require extended periods of standing (up to eight continuous hours).
- Occasional work outside of normal working hours may be
- Able to work outside in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain).
Additional Requirements
- Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator’s
- Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
- Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation to be hired for this position.
The above duties may not be performed in every position with this title and the above functions may not include all related duties that might be performed.
The Port of Brownsville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization. The Port of Brownsville prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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Information Technology Helpdesk Technician
TITLE: Information Technology Helpdesk Technician DEPARTMENT: Information TechnologyJob Summary
This position requires excellent organization and prioritizing skills which involve various duties necessary for daily tasks and short notice projects at a fast pace. The emphasis of the work is assisting in providing operational and technical support to the related IT systems, which include but are not limited to hardware, software, network, peripherals, and users through the helpdesk/technical environment. This will include service to the Port’s video security camera systems. Duties also include assisting in providing technical support with computer hardware and software equipment, gathering information, diagnose the users’ needs, conduct research to find correct solutions and confirm that the users’ needs have been met or exceeded for the entire team in order to avoid any interruptions in productivity due to technical issues.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for technical support via phone and/or email.
- Respond to user inquiries concerning systems operation and diagnoses system hardware, software and operator problems and ensures timely follow up solutions for end users through the trouble ticket process.
- Demonstrates and trains employees in the use of computer equipment and software. Must be aware of upgrades and software changes that can directly affect users.
- Perform troubleshooting of computer systems, hardware, and software through diagnostic techniques and determine best solution based on the issue and details acquired.
- Effectively read and reference technical manual to learn correct settings, critical information and troubleshooting techniques. May include identifying and suggesting possible improvements to procedures while writing and editing training manuals.
- Provide accurate information on IT infrastructure and processes to direct supervisors and stakeholders.
- Record events and problems via resolution logs.
- Installation of security video equipment including video equipment software indoors and outdoors.
- Responsible for executing a maintenance schedule for repair, cleaning or adjustments of all security video equipment that is stationed throughout the Port.
- Perform component replacement, installation and repair on pcs, laptops, servers, and video security equipment.
- Record and maintain, through an asset management inventory process, an inventory of all IT equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associates Degree (or equivalent experience and a high school diploma) in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
- 2-3 years of technical support experience. Good understanding of computer systems, mobile devices, and other technology hardware.
- Experience with virtual environment management.
- Strong familiarity with Windows desktop operating systems.
- A high degree of accuracy in performing duties.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in the making of decisions in accordance with rules, policies and procedures.
- Ability to organize work, set priorities, and complete assignments within allotted deadlines.
- Ability to deal courteously with the public and with employees in a professional manner.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and business English.
- Knowledge of installation and maintenance of network security video camera equipment and software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in the English and Spanish languages.
- Experience with installation and troubleshooting of security video surveillance equipment.
- Technical Certifications.
- Familiarity with Windows server operating systems.
- Knowledge of Klein Systems.
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Mobile Harbor Crane Operator I
TITLE: Mobile Harbor Crane Operator I
DEPARTMENT: Harbormaster Office
CLASSIFICATION: Manual Technical Employees - MT5
Job Summary This employee operates the mobile harbor crane in the movement of cargo on the public docks of the Port of Brownsville and performs preventative maintenance to the crane. This crane includes a telescopic spreader bar for handling containers, a dual scoop motor grab, and a polyp-grab with a hydraulic unit. Job Responsibilities- Duties include the preventive maintenance of the crane. The operation of the crane will necessitate night; weekend and holiday shifts and overtime will be authorized as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Must have three to five years of experience in operating a 30 + ton crane.
- Must have hands-on experience in the use of computerized controls to operate heavy equipment and/or computerized diagnostic for heavy equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written direction.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
- Ability to perform manual tasks involving physical strength and endurance under variable weather conditions.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish)
- Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions such as heat, cold, dust, and vehicle exhaust.
- Medium physical effort including long periods of sitting, up to 8 continuous hours and occasional lifting of objects up to 50 lbs.
- Withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking, and/or sitting.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders in order to get to crane cabin.
- Frequent contact with the public.
- Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation to be hired for this position.
The Port of Brownsville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization. The Port of Brownsville prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
