Heavy Equipment Operator

Savage; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and laundry service

Paid Time Off and holidays

Overtime

Job summary

Savage is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator in Pueblo, CO for a 12-hour shift role on a 4 on 4 off schedule. You will operate coal-handling equipment at a coal-fired power plant, perform routine maintenance, and support safety programs. The position requires experience with dozers, loaders, excavators and a readiness to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience operating dozers, front-end loaders, excavators and other heavy equipment.
• Positive, safety-minded attitude and willingness to work any shift.
• Ability to read, write and understand English, basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy industrial equipment for coal stockpiling, road maintenance and dust suppression.
• Perform maintenance on mobile equipment, conveyors, crushers and train unloading systems.
• Inspect equipment daily for safety and operational issues.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Tools

D9 & D10 excavators

854K rubber tire dozer

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator Job Listing at Savage in Pueblo, CO (Job ID 46624)

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we've grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We're proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Heavy Equipment Operator in Pueblo, CO

• Full-time position


• Schedule: 4 on 4 off/rotate days and nights every two weeks


• 12 hour shifts - 6 am - 6 pm/ 6 pm-6 am


• Pay Range $24.00-$31.00 per hour (based on experience)

Work Location: 2005 Lime Rd, Pueblo, CO 81006

Why join Savage:

• Opportunities for growth


• A safety-focused culture that appreciates our Team Members


• Uniforms and laundry service


• Paid Time Off ("PTO") & holidays


• Overtime


• Profit Sharing


• Excellent benefits including Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance,401(k) matching, and Parental Leave


• A team member driven safety culture

Savage Services is hiring an Equipment Operator at our Pueblo, CO operation. The Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible for safely performing basic tasks required to operate the coal handling system, operate industrial mobile equipment, unload railcars and perform general maintenance on equipment and facilities at a coal-fired power plant.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operation of Heavy Industrial Equipment (D9, D10, 854K Rubber tire dozer) for the purpose of stockpiling coal, maintaining roads, application of dust suppression, etc.


• Execute general maintenance on mobile equipment, conveyor systems, crushers and train unloading systems


• Operate a locomotive, switching, and ground work (we provide training)


• Actively participate in Savage's safety programs


• Perform daily inspections of equipment for safety and operational deficiencies


• Perform basic tasks in the operation of the Coal handling system

Job Requirements

• Experience in the operation of dozers, front-end loaders, excavators, and other heavy equipment


• Valid drivers license


• Possess a positive, forward-thinking, safety-minded attitude


• Willing to work any shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed


• Ability toread, write, and understand English, follow written and/or verbal instruction, and possess basic math and computer skills


• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Physical Requirements

• Work in an environment containing coal dust, hazardous noise, confined space, and in hot or cold environments


• Comfortable working with heights, climbing stairs, and climbing ladders


• Walk on uneven ground up to 3 miles per shift


• Must be able to pass a fit test and pulmonary function test for the purposes of wearing a respirator and recertify annually or as needed


• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently

Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification.

• medical, dental, and vision coverage


• life, AD&D, and disability insurance


• supplemental coverage options


• health savings and flexible spending accounts


• paid time off


• profit sharingand a 401(k) plan with company match

Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/

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