Equipment Operator

Equipment OperatorSavage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we've grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.Consistent Schedule | Strong Earning PotentialSchedule: Monday-Thursday DayshiftHours: 6:30 am - 5:00 pm (10 hour days)Pay: $35.00 per hourWork Location: 2700 E County Rd 82 Wellington, CO.The Equipment Operator will be responsible for safely performing basic tasks required to operate the coal handling system, operate industrial mobile equipment, and perform general maintenance on equipment and facilities at our customer, Rawhide Power Plant - Platte River Power Authority, coal-fired power plant in Wellington, CO.These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:A safety-focused culture that appreciates our team membersUniforms and laundry servicePaid Time Off ("PTO") and Profit SharingPaid holidaysBuilt in overtimeExcellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)A team member-driven safety cultureA commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possibleHere is what you will be doing:Operation of Heavy Industrial Equipment for the purpose of stockpiling coal, maintaining roads, application of dust suppression, etc.Perform daily inspections of equipment for safety and operational deficienciesPerform basic tasks in the operation of the Coal handling systemExecute general maintenance on mobile equipment, conveyor systems, crushers, and train unloading systemsActively participate in Savage's safety programsThis is what we need from you:High School or GED5+ years of experienceExperience in the operation of D8 dozers, front-end loaders, excavators, and other heavy equipmentPossess a positive, forward-thinking, safety-minded attitudeWilling to work any shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as neededAbility to read, write, and understand English, follow written and/or verbal instruction, and possess basic math and computer skillsWork with a team, take direction from supervisors, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rulesMust be able to clear a criminal background checkClass C Driver's License requiredHere are the physical requirements you will need:Work in an environment containing coal dust, hazardous noise, confined spaces, and in hot or cold environmentsWork at heights, climbing stairs, and climbing laddersWalk on uneven ground up to 3 miles per shiftMust be able to pass a fit test and pulmonary function test for the purposes of wearing a respirator and recertify annually or as neededLift up to 50 pounds frequentlySavage, we pride ourselves on providing our team members with a safety focus not typically seen in other companies. You will enjoy working in a 5S environment that is safe and clutter-free, and you will receive top-notch safety training and procedures to ensure everyone makes it home every night to their loved ones. Hire Right, Train Right, Treat Right…it's the Savage way.