Refinery Heavy Equipment Operator II

Savage; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid Parental Leave

PTO and Holidays

Profit Sharing and 401(k)

Uniforms & PPE

Boot allowance

Job summary

Savage is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at the Lake Charles refinery in Louisiana. The role requires operating loaders, excavators, skid steers, and conveyors to safely move petroleum coke in an active refinery environment.

You will support refinery operations by transporting and loading coke, performing inspections, and adhering to EHSS standards. The position requires flexibility for day and night shifts, weekends, and holidays, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in refinery or industrial environments.
• Ability to obtain refinery access and site qualifications.
• Valid driver''s license and TWIC card at time of application.
• Strong safety mindset and EHSS adherence.
• Fluent English communication, reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders, material handlers, excavators, skid steers and conveyors to move petroleum coke within a refinery setting.
• Transport, stage, and load petroleum coke following safety, environmental and efficiency requirements.
• Perform thorough pre- and post-operation inspections and report issues promptly.
• Follow refinery and Savage safety policies; participate in safety meetings and observations.
• Assist with housekeeping, inspections, and other tasks to meet production needs.
• Support environmental compliance and work with refinery personnel to ensure safe operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

English communication

Team collaboration

Shift flexibility

Job description

Savage is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at the Lake Charles refinery in Louisiana. The role requires operating loaders, excavators, skid steers, and conveyors to safely move petroleum coke in an active refinery environment.

You will support refinery operations by transporting and loading coke, performing inspections, and adhering to EHSS standards. The position requires flexibility for day and night shifts, weekends, and holidays, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.