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. Savage is hiring a Transload Operator in Price, UT. What you'll be doing Safely transload various materials consisting of both hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquids and dry bulk products Ability to operate a locomotive and perform rail switch operations Operate trans-loading equipment including an air compressor, transfer pumps, filtration units, portable conveyor system, and hand tools Operate mobile equipment including side by side, pickup trucks, light and heavy utility vehicles Engage in professional interaction and collaboration with other Savage Team Members and customers Participation 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
Requirements
- Rail Switching and Locomotive experience would be preferred, but not required
- Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs to various types of equipment (hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, etc.)
- Strong mechanical skills
- Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
- Ability to pass a skills test on the type of work performing
- Dependability in attendance required
- Ability to work Holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed
- Ability to 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)
- Must be physically able to do the following:
- Climb on and off rail-cars and locomotives safely
- 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 Locomotive experience would be preferred, but not required
- Savage is a Military Friendly Employer - Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus
Responsibilities
- Safely transload various materials consisting of both hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquids and dry bulk products
- Ability to operate a locomotive and perform rail switch operations
- Operate trans-loading equipment including an air compressor, transfer pumps, filtration units, portable conveyor system, and hand tools
- Operate mobile equipment including side by side, pickup trucks, light and heavy utility vehicles
- Engage in professional interaction and collaboration with other Savage Team Members and customers
- Participation 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
- We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
- Safety boot allowance
- Paid Holidays
- Profit Sharing
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
- 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; PTO and a 401(k) plan with match.
- Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, PTO, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
