Material Handling - Operator II - Equipment

Savage; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company recognized as a Top Workplace and Military Friendly Employer. This role involves operating and maintaining a Petroleum Coke Handling System and heavy equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. You will have the opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values teamwork and offers excellent benefits. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work in various conditions. If you're ready to take on new challenges and be part of a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Profit Sharing

Uniforms and Laundry Service

Opportunity for Growth

Team Appreciation Culture

Qualifications

• 1 year of refinery, plant, or industrial experience required.
• Class B CDL preferred for operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Petroleum Coke Handling System and heavy equipment.
• Complete daily paperwork and assist maintenance personnel as needed.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Environmental & Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

PLC-controlled Conveyor System

Heavy Equipment (front-end loaders, skid steers)

Job description

Friday, May 9, 2025

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 :

• A culture that appreciates Team Members
• Opportunity for growth
• Rotating shift (days and nights)
• Uniforms and laundry service
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), Paid Holidays and Profit Sharing
• Commitment to helping our Team Members do things that they never dreamed possible

What you will be doing:

• Operate/maintain Petroleum Coke Handling System that consists of working with a PLC-controlled conveyor system that includes daily operation of the conveyor/crusher system, daily inspection, clean-up after use and (using 150 psi water system), maintenance, minor troubleshooting capability – mechanical aptitude a must
• Operate/maintain heavy equipment including frontend loaders, skid steers, and dump trucks, water truck, large excavators with (clamshell bucket), and other mobile equipment
• Complete and maintain required daily paperwork
• Assist Maintenance personnel, as needed
• Occasionally work in areas outside of your normal duties, when instructed by Supervision
• Take an active role in our safety program including attendance to all safety meetings and ensuring safe behaviors of self and subordinates

Requirements of a successful Operator:

• 1 year of refinery, plant, or industrial experience
• Class B CDL preferred
• Read, write, and understand English and follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Environmental & Safety Awareness
• Cooperates and works well with others in either one-on-one or group situations
• Contributes actively to team objectives, takes on responsibilities, and is responsible for actions

Here are some of the physical requirements of this role:

• Work a rotating (days/nights)12-hour shift to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary
• Able to work outdoors in all-weather conditions in addition to walking, and standing on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time
• Handle large tools, climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend ladders, and should not have a fear of height

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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