Equipment Operator

Savage•Port Arthur, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator safely performs the basic tasks required to load, unload, and move petroleum coke at the PABTEX Facility and Terminal in Port Arthur, Texas. The role operates and maintains heavy and mobile equipment, follows safety procedures, completes daily paperwork, and helps maintain clean work areas. Operators may assist maintenance personnel and may occasionally work outside their normal duties when directed by supervision.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of heavy equipment experience.
  • Ability to obtain a TWIC card.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English and follow written and/or verbal instructions.
  • Physical ability to handle large tools, climb on and off equipment, and ascend and descend ladders; must not have a fear of heights.
  • Environmental and safety awareness.
  • Ability to work a rotating 12-hour day/night shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least 1 year of refinery, plant, or industrial experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous military experience and a proven ability to follow procedures; military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules and operating procedures in support of zero-tolerance safety objectives.
  • Operate and maintain heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, dozers, backhoes, ship loaders, conveyors, stacker/reclaimers, rail cars, locomotives, and other mobile equipment.
  • Complete and maintain required daily paperwork.
  • Perform housekeeping, including shoveling, washing down work areas, and keeping offices, restrooms, break rooms, and work rooms clean and tidy.
  • Assist maintenance personnel as needed and directed.
  • Occasionally work in areas outside normal duties when instructed by supervision.

Benefits

  • Uniforms and PPE, including laundering.
  • Steel-toe boot allowance of $150 semi-annually.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Profit sharing.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
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