Operator Heavy Equipment - Material Handling

Savage • Lake Charles, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

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
• 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 holiday

Nice To Haves

• 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

What This Job Offers

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