Heavy Equipment Operator

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Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.
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These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:

• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• $150 Steel-Toe Boot Allowance
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for growth
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match and profit sharing

The Equipment Operator will contribute to a coke-handling team by operating several pieces of equipment that will help move, stockpile, and prepare petroleum coke for distribution.

Here is what you will be doing:

• Operate any one of the following on a daily basis: a CAT 980 Loader (or equivalent) and a CAT D8 (or equivalent) Dozer
• Assist the operation with other tasks deemed necessary to meet customer expectations, i.e. maintenance, clean-up, safety observations and inspections
• Perform thorough pre and post-trip inspections
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment
• Expand personal knowledge of operating equipment
• Report maintenance issues to the maintenance crew
• Understand our critical service requirements and ensure they are met
• Take an active role in our safety program, including attendance at all safety meetings, and ensure safe behaviors
• Ensure environmental compliance

Requirements of a successful Material Handling Operator:

• Active driver's license
• Extensive experience operating large pieces of heavy equipment
• Read, write, speak, and understand English
• Should understand best practices for maintaining and safely operating Heavy Equipment
• Safety-conscious and understand safe work practices
• Comfortable with heights, including the ability to walk up and down conveyor belt lines and climb ladders
• Pass a drug screen, possess a current Driver’s License and TWIC card at the time of applying

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role:

• You will be working outdoors and, as a result, are exposed to the elements
• Handle large tools and equipment up to (60 lbs.)
• Climb on and off equipment
• Ascend and descend ladders
• Work shift work, weekends, and holidays

Additional Information:

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
• California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice
• You may view available jobs at www.savageco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.
• Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off