Rail Transload Operator
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. 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.
Requirements
- Follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
- Pass a skills test on the type of work performed
- Dependability in attendance required
- Work Holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed
- Can travel to other sites as needed
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid Drivers license
- Commitment to working safely at all times
- Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
- Climb on and off rail-cars and locomotives safely, operate at heights
- Operate rail-car hand brakes & switches
- In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift)
- Consistently sit, kneel, squat, bend, stand and climb on elevated surfaces
- Work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time
- Lift 15 lbs. and work safely with this weight at knee, waist and shoulder level
- Lift up to 70 lbs consistently throughout the course of a shift
- Operate basic hand tools
- Wear required PPE
Nice To Haves
- Rail switching and/or locomotive operating experience preferred
- Equipment operating experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely transload various materials consisting of both hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquids and dry bulk products
- Operate trans-loading equipment including an air compressor, boiler system, transfer pumps, filtration units, portable conveyor system, and hand tools
- Operate mobile equipment including golf carts, passenger vehicles, light and heavy utility vehicles
- Participate in hazardous material handling and safety training programs, which may require brief and occasional travel
- Assist with general maintenance, clean-up, and other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Profit‑sharing bonus
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- supplemental coverage options
- health savings and flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Company‑provided uniforms and laundry service
- Strong safety culture and consistent support from leadership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
