Job description

Transload Operator - Elko, NV

Elko, NV 89801, USA Req #9620

Thursday, February 2, 2023

SAVAGE IS HIRING!!! Are you looking for a company that values you for the work you do? Our Transload Operators come to Savage for the challenge, growth and focus on safety, but they stay because of the outstanding culture that exists here. Our company was founded on processing and transporting materials for our customers. We understand and respect our Team Members as the lifeblood of what we do. Team Members are encouraged to find a better way and are enabled to “do things they never dreamed possible”.

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage

• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• Safety boot allowance
• Starting Rate $23/hour
• Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

Here is what you will be doing

• Safely transload various materials consisting of both hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquids and dry bulk products
• Operate a locomotive and perform rail switch operations
• 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, farm tractors, passenger vehicles, 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 of a successful Transload Operator

• Rail Switching experience preferred
• Locomotive Operating experience preferred
• 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
• Savage is a Military Friendly Employer - Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role

• 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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Elko, NV: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Rail Switching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Locomotive: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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