Transload Operator

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
• $23 - $26 an hour DOE
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

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
• 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 

What you'll need

• Rail Switching and Locomotive experience is preferred, but not required
• Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs to various types of equipment (hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, etc.)
• Strong mechanical skills 
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Pass a skills test on the type of work performing
• Dependability in attendance required
• Work Holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed 
• Travel to other sites as needed 
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver's license 

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