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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