Longshore Workers

Longshore workers are skilled laborers who handle cargo at ports and docks. Their primary role involves loading and unloading ships, operating cranes and other machinery, and ensuring goods are safely transferred from ships to trucks or trains and vice versa. They work in a physically demanding environment, often outdoors and in all weather conditions. Their work is vital for international trade, as they help move cargo efficiently and securely, facilitating global commerce. Longshore workers typically belong to unions, which advocate for their safety, wages, and working conditions.