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Savage Transload Operator in Elko, Nevada
Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.
SAVAGE is Hiring a Transload Operator in Elko, NV.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage
We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
Safety boot allowance
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, passenger vehicles, light and heavy utility vehicles
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 and/or locomotive operating experience preferred
Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs to various types of equipment (hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, etc.)
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
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
Additional Information:
A complete job description is available upon request
Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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Job Details
Job Family Skilled Player
Pay Type Hourly