Equipment Operator I

Savage Services; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)

Annual steel toe boot allowance

Paid Holidays

Medical, dental, vision, profitSharing

401(k) with match

Job summary

Savage Services seeks a skilled crane operator to support decoking operations in an industrial setting. You will work with operators to prepare coke drums, perform final sweeps, and move material using a bridge crane.

Responsibilities include equipment inspections, maintaining communications with the team, and assisting maintenance when needed. The position involves 12-hour rotating shifts and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Bridge Crane experience required or a plus.
• Mechanically inclined with hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to working safely and following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform decoking procedures following all procedures, monitor hot spots, and allow extra quenching as needed.
• Assist Operator to un-head and re-head coke drums and perform final sweep of the drum.
• Operate bridge crane to manage pit and pad storage and move coke from pad to grizzly hopper per procedures.
• Maintain clear communication with Crane Operator, Supervision, Managers and Maintenance via radio or other means.
• Assist maintenance personnel with equipment maintenance when extra manpower is needed.
• Inspect equipment before and after operation and report maintenance needs; audit crane and heavy equipment regularly.
• Keep work areas clean and free of trash and debris, including structures, offices, and vehicles.

Skills

Bridge Crane experience

Mechanically inclined

Independent work

Safety-minded

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

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.

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.

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