Equipment Operator

Grow Your Career with Savage!

Savage 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. We're proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. 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.

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

• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• Annual steel toe boot allowance
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing and 401(k) with match

Here is what you will be doing:

• Perform proper decoking techniques by following all associated procedures while paying close attention to hot spots and allowing for extra quenching where needed.
• Working with the Operator to un-head and re-head the coke drums, as well as performing the final sweep of the coke drum.
• Operate bridge crane to maintain proper pit & pad storage and load coke from pad to grizzly hopper by following all associated procedures.
• Maintain good and open communication with Crane Operator, Supervision, Managers and Maintenance Personnel via radio and other proper means.
• Help maintenance personnel with equipment maintenance when additional manpower is needed.
• Properly inspect equipment prior to and post operating and report any additional maintenance needs and conduct frequent audits on the crane and other heavy equipment
• Maintain clean workspace by removing trash and debris from all areas of responsibility including structures, offices, restrooms, break rooms, vehicles, crane cab, etc.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• High school diploma/GED
• Bridge Crane experience is a plus
• Mechanically Inclined
• Can work independently with minimal supervision
• Committed to working safely at all times including a commitment to the policies and procedures of the operation
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, reference checks, drug screen, motor-vehicle report and criminal background check
• Willing to reliably fulfill the following work schedule: 12 hour rotating shifts (days and nights)
• Experience in the oil field or other industrial environment preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Physically able to handle large tools
• Must be able to climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend a ladder
• Comfortable with heights
• Must be able to stand, kneel or crawl
• We operate 24/7, therefore our employees work a rotating schedule.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions: extreme wind, snow, rain, heat and cold.

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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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• Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit