Operator - Transload

Savage • Anacortes, WA

1d • $24 - $26

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 Transload Operator's primary responsibility is to safely unload and switch railcars in a timely manner.
The position of Transload Operator is responsible for the daily unloading of materials consisting of a variety of bulk liquids
Ability to understand and follow operating procedures and policies, to operate or learn to operate railcar loading systems and equipment, to operate or learn to operate Class 1 locomotives, to perform or learn to perform switch operations, to perform work safely and productively
Interest in being cross-trained on all functions at the facility
Perform general maintenance on equipment and assist with handyman duties within the facility (general maintenance, landscape upkeep & painting)
Interact with plant people, railroad crews, and visitors

Requirements

• For safety reasons, you must be able to read, write, understand, and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Computer skills (light data entry), Basic math Skills
• Valid Driver's License
• Capable of learning how to operate and maintain Class 1 Power Units (no CDL required), Railcar/trans loading equipment (e.g., Hoses, portable conveyors, transfer pumps, portable stair systems, small to medium-sized equipment, etc.)
• Physically able to climb up and down railcars, ladders, and stairs safely; comfortable working at heights
• Willing to receive general safety training
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Willing to work with liquid non-hazardous bulk materials
• Can carry at least fifty (50) pounds, in good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift)

Nice To Haves

• Interest in being cross-trained on all functions at the facility
• Ability to understand and follow operating procedures and policies, to operate or learn to operate railcar loading systems and equipment, to operate or learn to operate Class 1 locomotives, to perform or learn to perform switch operations, to perform work safely and productively

Responsibilities

• safely unload and switch railcars in a timely manner
• daily unloading of materials consisting of a variety of bulk liquids
• operate railcar loading systems and equipment
• operate Class 1 locomotives
• perform switch operations
• Perform general maintenance on equipment and assist with handyman duties within the facility (general maintenance, landscape upkeep & painting)
• Interact with plant people, railroad crews, and visitors

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for future growth
• 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: High school or GED