Job Description

About Us

Matson has been the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882. We are the supply chain lifeline for Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and islands of the South Pacific. We also offer the top two ocean shipping services in the world’s largest trade lane - Asia to the U.S. West Coast. With our subsidiaries Matson Terminals and Matson Logistics, our business focus is exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.

We strive to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner and promote land-based environmental programs in Hawaii, Guam, and Alaska We help improve the communities in which we work and live through our community giving program that annually supports hundreds of local organizations.

Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.

Learn more at matson.com

About the Role

The Longshoreman will work on lashing and unlashing shipboard containers. The position will also work on loading and discharging containers, automobiles, and cargo from vessels and barges.

What you’ll do:

• Lash and unlash shipboard containers.
• Load and discharge containers, automobiles, and cargo from vessels and barges.

You have these skills:

• Keen attention to detail and situational awareness to maintain the safety of the work environment.
• Must be able to operate automatic and standard shift vehicles.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.

And these qualifications:

• Must be available for shift work; days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work outside.
• This position involves working in a noisy environment wearing hearing protectors (P.P.E.) for considerable periods during the working day.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC card.
• Selected candidate must be able to pass an agility test and obtain a Marsec card.

Extra credit if you have:

• Cargo transportation industry experience.
• Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment as well as safety standards.

At Matson, we're looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.

The hourly rate of pay is posted for this position in Hawaii.

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