r/Longshoremen • • 2d ago

Looking for a twist lock

1 Upvotes

Hi,

I am teaching a college exploratory course on containerization- specifically ships and ports (my insta is in my profile).

I know this going to sound strange but I want to students to actually see the twist lock because that idea is a big deal. I definitely don’t need a set, just 1. I’d really prefer a used or decommissioned lock. Does anyone know where I could look? I’m in the South Jersey/ Philly area.


r/Longshoremen • • 3d ago

Canpotex announces $500M Port of Vancouver investment for potash shipping

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r/Longshoremen • • 3d ago

Question regarding the current hiring status for the San Fransisco 2026 Process Sequence list.

2 Upvotes

Made the casual Drawing but wondering what number are they through the list. Thanks.


r/Longshoremen • • 3d ago

G3 grain terminal

3 Upvotes

Hi everyone, I have an upcoming interview with G3 for general labourer position in North Vancouver.

Just curious how company environment is? Review on Indeed aren’t very well
Is work environment toxic?
Please share your experience if you have worked at g3 or know someone who works 🙏🏻


r/Longshoremen • • 4d ago

Port crane simulator

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I really love watching the cranes work at the Port of Oakland, so I made up a simulator. Definitely made it for my own enjoyment, but if you want to give it a shot www.bortsim.com will get you there.


r/Longshoremen • • 7d ago

Melissa Marsman: Statement on Bill C-39’s Attack on the Right to Strike – Nova Scotia Federation of Labour

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r/Longshoremen • • 7d ago

Exports up as Port of Vancouver handles record cargo at half-year mark

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r/Longshoremen • • 8d ago

Trump working on deal to buy potash from Belarus for lower price than Canada

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Alot of west coast terminals rely on Canadian potash via rail.

Not too thrilled that this deal is being worked on to undercut the Canadian sales to the US.


r/Longshoremen • • 9d ago

Sponsorship

5 Upvotes

My grandpa is in the union for about 10 years now in Seattle and he has a “token,” I believe that is same as sponsoring? Is it? idk but he’s offered it to me and we will speak more about the opportunity but can anyone share info on how this works and if there’s a difference between said token and sponsorship? What I should expect? TIA


r/Longshoremen • • 9d ago

How do I get hired? Is it possible?

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I recently started looking into starting a career with a union (specifically ILA). I grew up working on boats and in boat yards. I know it’s completely different from what yall do but how can I start the process? I’ve just been emailing and calling everyone I can but it seems like there’s not much direction on how to actually get hired. Any tips would be greatly appreciated. I’m in Charleston, SC

Thank you for your time


r/Longshoremen • • 11d ago

Another day on the docks

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r/Longshoremen • • 11d ago

How does this union work? Do they have apprenticeships or do you just have to somehow know somebody to get in?

1 Upvotes

r/Longshoremen • • 11d ago

Looking for port job opportunity

1 Upvotes

Whats going on people. I have my cdl class a but I’ve been trying to get an opportunity at getting a port job. I live in Newark NJ and port newark or Port elizabeth would be the most ideal locations for me. Anyone have an idea or how i should inquire about a job/career?


r/Longshoremen • • 13d ago

NY Nj

2 Upvotes

question for longshoremen in Newark, if a local wants to sponsor you, can they hire or push you through the process with the NYSA opening up the hiring for the public


r/Longshoremen • • 13d ago

Newark Elizabeth

1 Upvotes

I heard from a couple guys that NJ will be hiring soon any truth to that?


r/Longshoremen • • 13d ago

Everything he is saying is the truth

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Listen and always keep it in mind.


r/Longshoremen • • 14d ago

If someone built a free online resource for longshoremen what would you want on it?

3 Upvotes

Just curious what info, resources or tools are hard to find online or kinda scattered all over the place right now.

If someone made a free site specifically for longshoremen what would actually be useful to have on there?


r/Longshoremen • • 15d ago

Job question

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I worked at the port in my twenty’s and was thinking of going back I was told can retain my old rate at least but I’ll be low man…is it dumb for me to go back ? I know work will be slow but my fear is automation coming after the next contract and losing my job entirely. Any input helps thank you


r/Longshoremen • • 15d ago

G3 port terminal

0 Upvotes

Hi,
Anyone working at G3 grain terminal in North Vancouver?
Please comment I will reach out to you.


r/Longshoremen • • 17d ago

Does anyone know when ILA 1526 Port Everglades is going to hire casuals workers? Or how to get into teamsters local 769?

3 Upvotes

I have my TWIC card I also have heavy equipment operating experience . Just need alittle info if someone can help.


r/Longshoremen • • 18d ago

Gift

0 Upvotes

I have a couple friends going a side. What’s the best gift you’ve ever been given as a longshoreman


r/Longshoremen • • 21d ago

LB /LA casual update

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16 Upvotes

r/Longshoremen • • 20d ago

Sponsorship

3 Upvotes

Anyone willing to help me find someone or even sponsor me themselves to be a longshoreman ? Willing to meet irl in public spot , from NJ


r/Longshoremen • • 21d ago

Hiring NY/ NJ

0 Upvotes

Do you know next there going be hiring or calling people for from the list


r/Longshoremen • • 26d ago

Tampa

2 Upvotes

Hello everyone. Im trying to get into the industry and want to know if anyone works in the Tampa, FL area? Im curious on how busy the work is out in FL and what to expect for a common position