Operator, Equipment - Material Handling

Savage • Lake Charles, LA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

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.
The primary responsibility of the Equipment Operator is to safely operate heavy machinery, such as material handler (excavator), conveyor belts and front end loaders, to handle petroleum coke in the Citgo refinery in Lake Charles Louisiana, and assist in maintaining the equipment according to Savage standards.
The Equipment Operator will contribute to a coke-handling team by operating several pieces of equipment that will help move, stockpile, and load material onto trucks.
Because this position operates in the Citgo Lake Charles Refinery, candidates:
Must meet refinery standards for entering the plant, i.e. clean criminal history, ability to pass a drug & alcohol screen, possess a current Driver’s License and TWIC card at the time of applying
Should understand best practices of maintaining and safely operating Heavy Equipment
Must be safety-conscious and understand safe work practices for a refinery
Must be comfortable with heights including the ability to walk up and down conveyor belt lines and climb ladders
Additionally, any knowledge dealing with conveyor systems will be considered a plus, but a willingness to learn the conveyor system is necessary.
Equipment Operators are routinely required to work outdoors and as a result are exposed to the elements. They must be physically able to handle large tools and equipment (50 lbs.), climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend ladders, and should not have a fear of heights.

Requirements

• Extensive experience operating large pieces of heavy equipment
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must meet refinery standards for entering the plant, i.e. clean criminal history, ability to pass a drug & alcohol screen, possess a current Driver’s License and TWIC card at the time of applying
• Should understand best practices of maintaining and safely operating Heavy Equipment
• Must be safety-conscious and understand safe work practices for a refinery
• Must be comfortable with heights including the ability to walk up and down conveyor belt lines and climb ladders
• Can work safely, efficiently and thoroughly with no supervision
• Strong commitment to Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security
• Solid team player
• Reliable
• Honest
• Professional
• Seeks growth potential
• Self-directed and motivated to exceed expectations
• Sense of urgency
• Integrity
• Must be willing to work shift work day/night, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Additionally, any knowledge dealing with conveyor systems will be considered a plus, but a willingness to learn the conveyor system is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate any one of the following on a daily basis: a KOMATSU WA500 Loader (or equivalent), Skid steer and a Material Handler
• 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 see they are met
• Take an active role in our safety program including attendance at all safety meetings and ensure safe behaviors
• Ensure environmental compliance

Benefits

• Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
• Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed