Locomotive/Transload Operator
Elko, NV 89801, USA
Req #12377
Friday, October 18, 2024
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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
- Elko, NV 89801, USA