Material Handling - Operator II - Equipment

Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. 

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:

• A culture that appreciates Team Members
• Opportunity for growth
• Rotating shift (days and nights)
• Uniforms and laundry service
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), Paid Holidays and Profit Sharing
• Commitment to helping our Team Members do things that they never dreamed possible

What you will be doing: 

• Operate/maintain Petroleum Coke Handling System that consists of working with a PLC-controlled conveyor system that includes daily operation of the conveyor/crusher system, daily inspection, clean-up after use and (using 150 psi water system), maintenance, minor troubleshooting capability – mechanical aptitude a must
• Operate/maintain heavy equipment including frontend loaders, skid steers, and dump trucks, water truck, large excavators with (clamshell bucket), and other mobile equipment 
• Complete and maintain required daily paperwork
• Assist Maintenance personnel, as needed
• Occasionally work in areas outside of your normal duties, when instructed by Supervision
• Take an active role in our safety program including attendance to all safety meetings and ensuring safe behaviors of self and subordinates

Requirements of a successful Operator: 

• 1 year of refinery, plant, or industrial experience
• Class B CDL preferred
• Read, write, and understand English and follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Environmental & Safety Awareness
• Cooperates and works well with others in either one-on-one or group situations
• Contributes actively to team objectives, takes on responsibilities, and is responsible for actions

Here are some of the physical requirements of this role: 

• Work a rotating (days/nights)12-hour shift to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary
• Able to work outdoors in all-weather conditions in addition to walking, and standing on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time
• Handle large tools, climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend ladders, and should not have a fear of height