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Locomotive/Transload Operator

Elko, NV 89801, USA Req #12377
Friday, October 18, 2024

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. 

SAVAGE is Hiring a Locomotive/Transload Operator in Elko, NV. 


These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage

  • We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
  • Safety boot allowance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Profit Sharing
  • Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

 Here is what you will be doing 

  • Operate a locomotive and perform rail switch operations
  • Safely transload various materials consisting of both hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquids and dry bulk products
  • Operate trans-loading equipment including an air compressor, boiler system, transfer pumps, filtration units, portable conveyor system, and hand tools
  • Operate mobile equipment including golf carts, passenger vehicles, light and heavy utility vehicles
  • Participation in hazardous material handling and safety training programs, which may require brief and occasional travel
  • Assist with general maintenance, clean-up, and other duties as assigned 

Requirements of a successful Transload Operator 

  • Locomotive Operation experience preferred 
  • Rail switching and/or locomotive operating experience preferred
  • Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs to various types of equipment (hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, etc.)
  • Follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
  • Pass a skills test on the type of work performing
  • Dependability in attendance required
  • Can work Holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed 
  • May travel to other sites as needed 
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid Drivers license 

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role

  • Commitment to working safely at all times
  • Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
  • Must be physically able to do the following:
    • Climb on and off rail-cars and locomotives safely
    • Operate rail-car hand brakes & switches
    • In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift) 
    • Consistently sit, kneel, squat, bend, stand and climb on elevated surfaces
    • Work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time
    • Lift 15 lbs. and work safely with this weight at knee, waist and shoulder level
    • Lift up to 70 lbs consistently throughout the course of a shift
    • Operate basic hand tools
    • Wear required PPE

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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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Other details

  • Job Family Skilled Player
  • Pay Type Hourly
Location on Google Maps
  • Elko, NV 89801, USA