Heavy Equipment Operator - Transload

Savage Services; Delaware City (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Uniforms & PPE

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Savage is seeking a Coke Operator to support refinery operations in Delaware City. You will operate heavy equipment to manage stockpiles of petroleum coke, load trucks, and assist maintenance while following EPA and DOT requirements.

You will perform safety trainings, coordinate with dispatch, complete paperwork accurately, and participate in a rotational schedule. Pre-employment checks including TWIC are required. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, background check and motor-vehicle report.
• Must possess or qualify for TWIC card.
• Ability to work a rotational schedule (days, nights, 24/7/365).
• Strong safety awareness and verbal/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate 966 CAT loader and front-end loader to manage stockpile of petroleum coke.
• Load trucks with coke per DOT weight specs.
• Perform preventative maintenance on conveyors and assist maintenance.
• Monitor coke system controls to ensure inventory levels and moisture per EPA rules.
• Transport coke via conveyor belts, conveyor system, and pug mills within refinery.
• Operate rail load out control and shuttle wagon for railcars.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Industrial environment experience

Tools

TWIC credential

Job description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Grow Your Career with Savage!

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. W e welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Benefits of working with Savage:

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included
• Paid time off ("PTO") and paid holidays
• A culture that appreciates Team Members

Coke Operators will service the PBF refinery by safely handling petroleum coke from refinery operations to shipping.

Responsibilities / Job Duties:

• Operate 966 CAT loader and bobcat to manage stockpile of petroleum coke
• Load trucks with petroleum coke per DOT weight specifications
• Perform preventative maintenance on conveyor systems used to transport the product throughout the refinery, such as greasing rollers and inspections as well as assist maintenance with large maintenance projects
• Monitor the control panel of the coke operating system to ensure proper inventory levels, safe product movement, and appropriate moisture content per EPA regulations
• Transport petroleum coke throughout the refinery by operating a system of conveyor belts, a condenser, and pug mills
• Operate a shuttle wagon to safely position railcars for loading, weighing, and shipment
• Operate the rail load out control system
• General maintenance, including but not limited to cleaning, housekeeping, minor railcar repair such as replacing safety chains, and other maintenance activities
• Take an active role in safety program including attendance to all safety meetings, adhere to procedures and ensure safe behaviors of self and coworkers
• Communicate with dispatch regarding railcar movements
• Complete paperwork accurately
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Proficient in operating large heavy equipment; experience with front-end loaders preferred
• Understands, or is willing and able to learn, safe railroad operations
• Basic computer skills: data entry, email, review reports
• Can work independently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and a good team member
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, reference checks, drug screen, motor-vehicle report, and criminal background check
• Must possess or qualify for a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC card)
• Must be able to attend and pass all tests associated with job-related coursework. This includes, but it not limited to: OSHA, HazMat, and FRA-related courses
• Able to reliably fulfill a set rotational schedule (days, nights, 24/7/365).
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in written form

Education/Experience:

• Work experience in an industrial environment; conveyor experience preferred
• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• Current/valid driver's license

Fitness for Duty:

• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions: extreme wind, rain, snow, cold, heat, etc.
• Comfortable working from extreme heights, over 100 feet
• Able to crawl under rail cars and work in tight spaces
• Able to stand on their feet for long periods of time, up to 4 hours
• Able to pass a respirator fit test
• Must be able to handle large hand tools and lift 50 lbs

Additional Information:

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace

Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/