Are you looking for a company that values you for the work you do? Our Transload Operators come to Savage for the challenge, growth, and focus on safety, but they stay because of the outstanding culture that exists here. Our company was founded on processing and transporting materials for our customers. We understand and respect our Team Members as the lifeblood of what we do. Team Members are encouraged to find a better way and are enabled to “do things they never dreamed possible”.

　　As a Transload Operator for Savage, your primary responsibility is to safely and timely unload rail cars to trucks (consisting of a variety of bulk liquid and dry products) in Henderson, CO.

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

　　Position starts at $24/hour and up based on experience

　　We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)

　　$80/year steel toe boot allowance

　　Paid Holidays

　　Profit Sharing

　　Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with a match

　　Opportunities for growth!

　　What you will be doing

　　Trans-load various materials - hazmat, non-haz liquids, dry materials

　　Operate trans-loading equipment - Air compressor, boiler system, transfer pumps, filtration units, portable conveyor system, hand tools

　　Operate mobile equipment - golf carts, farm tractors, passenger vehicles, light and heavy utility vehicles

　　Professional interaction and collaboration with other Savage Team Members and customers

　　Troubleshot and made repairs to various types of equipment (hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, etc.)

　　Assist with maintenance, clean-up, and other duties as assigned

　　Participation in hazardous material handling and safety training programs, which may require brief and occasional travel

　　Requirements of a successful Transload Operator

　　Strong mechanical skills

　　Follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision

　　Pass a skills test on the type of work performing

　　Dependability in attendance required

　　Work Holidays and weekends as needed

　　Work overtime when needed

　　Travel to other sites as needed

　　High School Diploma or GED equivalent

　　Valid Driver’s license

　　Here are some of the physical requirements of this role

　　Commitment to working safely at all times

　　Exposed to the outdoor elements – Sun, inclement weather such as rain and snow

　　Must be physically able to do the following:

　　Climb on and off rail-cars and locomotives safely

　　Operate rail-car hand brakes

　　Operate rail switches

　　Walk long distances

　　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 the knee, waist, and shoulder level

　　Lift up to 50 lbs consistently throughout the course of a shift

　　Operate basic hand tools

　　Respirators may be required due to the nature of our work therefore, a clean shaven face is required to assure proper fit and use of safety equipment

　　Wear required PPE

　　Additional Information:

　　The complete job description is available upon request

　　Savage has been designated as a Military Friendly Employer (https://www.savageservices.com/news/savage-recognized-as-military-friendly-employer-for-fourth-consecutive-year/) .

　　Savage has been recognized as a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation by the Women in Trucking Association

　　Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace.

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　　For more information or questions about opportunities at Savage, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team ([email protected]) .