Employment
The Port of Lake Charles in Louisiana has several employment opportunities available. Please see the job descriptions listed below.
Bulk Terminal Specialist 1-2-3
The Port of Lake Charles is seeking applicants for Bulk Terminal Specialist 1-2-3 positions for Bulk Terminal #1 Facility in Sulphur. This a full-time state Civil Service position which includes benefits and is in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and may be filled at entry, second or third level, depending on experience. Entry level salary is $17.18 per hour.
Duties include, but are not limited to, loading and unloading bulk cargo, operating mobile equipment and heavy machinery, providing truck escorts onto secure areas of the Port’s property and general upkeep of the grounds and facilities and other manual labor.
Position requires the ability to perform manual physical labor such as standing, stooping, bending, walking, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting 30 pounds or more; work outdoors in all types of weather; work around waterfront.
A valid driver’s license, a good driving record, valid TWIC or ability to obtain a TWIC is required as a condition of employment. Selected applicant will be required to pass a physical, drug and alcohol screening.
Application for the position must be made online following these instructions. Go to https://jobs.civilservice.louisiana.gov Click on “Job Seekers” then “Search Jobs.” In the search box, enter Bulk Terminal Specialist. Click on the title for which you wish to apply, making sure it is for the Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District. Then click on the green “Apply,” tab (top right) and follow instructions for applying.
Be sure to complete the application thoroughly and include all previous experience.
Applications will be collected at the Civil Service Office in Baton Rouge and forwarded to the Port’s Human Resources Office after the closing date of the posting.
Closing date is August 30, 2026
Attached is an actual job description specific to the Port of Lake Charles.