Freight Driver

Freight Driver (Maritime Logistics) – Full-Time

Transport Ship Parts, Freight & Critical Marine Supplies

Location: Houston, TX
Schedule: 12/2 (12 days on call/2days off) - On duty days 24 hours on call
Pay: $15/hr - $17hr depending on experience, skillset, and certifications
Benefits: Full comprehensive benefits plan

Job Overview

Are you an experienced driver looking for a rewarding role in the maritime and logistics industry? We are seeking a reliable Freight Driver to safely transport ship parts, equipment, freight, and vessel supplies between ports, warehouses, airports, vendors, and customer locations.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience as a Delivery Driver, Freight Driver, Logistics Driver, Courier Driver, Non-CDL/CDL Driver, Airport Driver, Transportation Driver, Warehouse Driver, or Maritime Logistics Associate.

The Freight Driver plays a critical role in supporting vessel operations by ensuring time-sensitive deliveries are completed safely, accurately, and professionally while maintaining exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles to transport freight, ship parts, and supplies.
• Pick up and deliver cargo between ships, ports, airports, warehouses, and customer locations.
• Inspect freight for damage, shortages, or safety concerns before transport.
• Verify item counts and shipping documentation during pickups and deliveries.
• Secure cargo using proper loading and tie-down procedures.
• Utilize company mobile applications to scan freight and complete required documentation.
• Capture and upload delivery photos and shipment records.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding schedules, delivery updates, route changes, and job completion.
• Perform vehicle inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Conduct basic vehicle care, including cleaning and fluid checks.
• Assist with warehouse operations and inventory handling as needed.
• Maintain compliance with company safety standards, OSHA requirements, and applicable DOT regulations.
• Provide exceptional customer service to vessel crews, clients, vendors, and port personnel.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of driving, freight handling, courier, delivery, transportation, or logistics experience.
• Must be 23 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and ability to maintain personal automobile insurance as required by state law.
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card before employment begins.
• Ability to lift, load, and secure freight safely.
• Comfortable using smartphones, mobile apps, and technology for documentation and communication.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in maritime logistics, shipping, transportation, warehouse operations, freight delivery, or supply chain services.
• Experience operating cargo vans, pickup trucks, or box trucks.
• Familiarity with ports, airports, shipping terminals, or vessel operations.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates are:

• Dependable and safety-focused.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional in customer interactions.
• Capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Work Environment

• Driving throughout local and regional service areas.
• Frequent interaction with ports, vessels, warehouses, and airport facilities.
• Flexible schedule based on customer and vessel requirements.
• May require nights, weekends, holidays, and after-hours support.

Why Join Us?

• Dynamic maritime and logistics environment.
• Professional growth opportunities within a growing organization.
• Meaningful work supporting critical vessel and freight operations.

Apply today to join our team as a Freight Driver and help keep cargo, vessel supplies, and maritime operations moving efficiently and safely.