Line Handler

Position Summary The Line Handler safely secures and releases vessel lines at marine terminals by receiving lines, moving mooring lines along the dock, placing and removing lines on bollards or cleats, and supporting vessel arrivals and departures. This position performs demanding outdoor work around water, vehicles, moving equipment, and lines under tension, and must follow established procedures, supervisor directions, and vessel-to-shore communications. Duties / Responsibilities Receive, catch, and handle messenger and heaving lines during vessel arrivals and departures. Pull, position, secure, dip, and remove mooring lines on designated bollards or cleats in accordance with the approved mooring configuration. Handle bow, stern, breast, and spring lines as directed by the job foreman, mooring supervisor, or authorized vessel personnel. Drive approved vehicles or operate designated line-handling equipment to assist with moving vessel lines when trained and authorized. Inspect docks, berth areas, bollards, cleats, access routes, vehicles, and line-handling equipment before operations; report unsafe conditions promptly. Keep docks, berths, vehicles, equipment, and work areas clear of cargo, debris, snow, ice, and other tripping or access hazards. Maintain clear radio, visual, and verbal communication with the line-handling team, supervisor, and vessel personnel. Support routine dock maintenance and perform other related duties as assigned. Safety Responsibilities Wear all required personal protective equipment, including an approved personal flotation device, protective footwear, head protection, and gloves Inspect lines before use and immediately remove from service or report lines showing wear, deterioration, broken strands, or other damage. Remain outside line-of-fire and snap-back zones; never stand in a bight, between a tensioned line and a fixed object, or in the direct path of a loaded line. Recognize warning signs of line failure, excessive tension, pinch points, and changing vessel movement, and move immediately to a safe location when conditions become hazardous. Stand at least three feet from the dock edge when receiving a messenger or heaving line and maintain secure footing near waterside work areas. Never handle a mooring line alone. Coordinate movements with the team and follow only authorized commands, signals, and terminology. Handle line eyes below the crown and keep hands and fingers clear of bollards, cleats, lines, and other pinch points. Report hazards, damaged equipment, incidents, near misses, and injuries immediately, and stop work when an imminent danger exists. Core Compentencies Safety focus: Consistently identifies hazards, follows procedures, and protects coworkers and vessel personnel. Teamwork: Coordinates movements and shares information to support safe, efficient operations. Communication: Gives and receives clear instructions in a noisy, fast-changing marine environment. Accountability: Reports hazards and equipment concern promptly and follows through on assigned duties. Judgment: Recognizes changing conditions, stays clear of unsafe areas, and stops work when necessary. Desired Qualifications No prior line-handling experience is required; maritime, military, commercial vessel, dock, or terminal experience is preferred. Ability to understand and follow safety procedures, work instructions, commands, signals, and marine terminology. Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a coordinated line-handling team. Valid driver's license appropriate to the work location and an acceptable driving record. Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential and any required port or seaport access credential within the employer's specified timeframes. Valid Hazard Awareness Training and ability to complete required safety, equipment, and site-specific training. Physical / Work Requirements Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, grip, pull, push, climb ladders, and mai…

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