Material Handling Operator - Savage Services : Job Details

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.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply.

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

• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)

• Annual steel toe boot allowance

• Paid Holidays

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing and 401(k) with match

Here is what you will be doing:

• Perform proper decoking techniques by following all associated procedures while paying close attention to hot spots and allowing for extra quenching where needed.

• Working with the Operator to un-head and re-head the coke drums, as well as performing the final sweep of the coke drum.

• Operate bridge crane to maintain proper pit & pad storage and load coke from pad to grizzly hopper by following all associated procedures.

• Maintain good and open communication with Crane Operator, Supervision, Managers and Maintenance Personnel via radio and other proper means.

• Help maintenance personnel with equipment maintenance when additional manpower is needed.

• Properly inspect equipment prior to and post operating and report any additional maintenance needs and conduct frequent audits on the crane and other heavy equipment

• Maintain clean workspace by removing trash and debris from all areas of responsibility including structures, offices, restrooms, break rooms, vehicles, crane cab, etc.

• Complete all necessary documentation as required including JHA's, permits, log entries, audit sheet, daily check sheets, etc.

• Perform proper rail switching procedures and Learn to Operate Locomotives to transport petroleum coke to staging areas.

• Learn other positions as time permits

What You Need to Be Successful:

• High school diploma/GED

• Bridge Crane experience is a plus

• Mechanically Inclined

• Can work independently with minimal supervision

• Committed to working safely at all times including a commitment to the policies and procedures of the operation

• Must pass a pre-employment physical, reference checks, drug screen, motor-vehicle report and criminal background check

• Willing to reliably fulfill the following work schedule: 12 hour rotating shifts (days and nights)

• Experience in the oil field or other industrial environment preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently

• Physically able to handle large tools

• Must be able to climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend a ladder

• Comfortable with heights

• Must be able to stand, kneel or crawl

• We operate 24/7, therefore our employees work a rotating schedule.

• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions: extreme wind, snow, rain, heat and cold.

Additional Information:

• A complete job description is available upon request

• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace

• California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice

Job Details

Job Family Skilled Player

Pay Type Hourly