Heavy Equipment Operator / Labor

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

• Pay range: $22.00 to $24.00 based on experience
• A culture that appreciates our Team Members
• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• $150/year steel toe boot allowance
• Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

Here is what you will be doing: 

• Daily loading and unloading of shipping containers
• Follow operating procedures and policies
• Operate railcar loading systems and equipment
• Perform work safely and productively
• Cross train on all functions at facility
• Attention to detail

Requirements of a successful Transload Operator

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent 
• Read, write, and understand English
• 1 year of Heavy Equipment Operator experience - preferred
• Valid Driver's License
• Capable to learn how to operate and maintain railcar/trans loading equipment (e.g., Hoses, portable conveyors, transfer pumps, portable stair systems, small to medium sized equipment, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to travel to other transload terminals to assist when necessary; may be for up to a week at a time 

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role: 

• Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
• Physically able to climb up and down railcars/ladders safely
• Willing to receive general safety training
• Willing to work with liquid hazardous and dry bulk materials
• Can carry at least fifty (50) pounds
• In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift)