Equipment Operator - Terminal Location(s) USA-VA-St. Paul Job ID 2018-5279 Employment Type Regular Full-Time Shift Afternoon Category Skilled Labor Overview Are you looking for a career, not just a job? Then Savage Services may be the right company for you! We have an immediate opening for an Equipment Operator at our St. Paul, VA operation. Savage offers competitive benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, a retirement plan, paid time off and opportunities for growth. Operate Heavy equipment to load/unload coal. Please read on to see additional information. Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment to transfer product to equipment and trucks Operate front-end and skid-steer loaders, and various heavy equipment Assist with work-site tasks "outside of operating equipment" including but not limited to hand labor, repairs, equipment maintenance, and general clean-up Maintaining accurate daily records on equipment pre-shifts Maintain equipment on a daily basis which includes, but not limited to scheduled/unscheduled equipment lube and maintenance Maintain work-site cleanliness (daily) which includes, but not limited to: scheduled/unscheduled work-site duties as outlined in work-site duty roster Complete all other work-site duties as assigned by direct supervisor to get the work done Willingness to receive and follow directions from site supervisor Demonstrates a desire to work with others to get the job done Committed to working safely at all times Completes all tasks as assigned by the site supervisor Demonstrates commitment to the operation by being punctual and working the designated work schedule Understands the importance of and demonstrates good communication skills with Savage customers and employees Demonstrates a desire to acquire the necessary skills to do the job safely and in a way that adds value to our customer/operation Qualifications MSHA Surface Mining papers required! Willingness to help with all worksite duties that require attention, as directed by the site supervisor and/or operations manager Demonstrates worksite dependability by being punctual and present for scheduled work shifts Determined to always wear the appropriate and required PPE Conducts themselves in a professional manner at all times Demonstrates excellent workplace safety, and is dedicated to helping other do the same Willingness and ability to follow all rules and procedures as outlines by Savage Willingness and ability to work Holidays and weekends Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision Able to communicate effectively in English which includes basic skills in reading, writing, and comprehension Education/Experience High School Diploma or GED equivalent Physical Requirements Employee will work outdoors every day and as a result will be exposed to the elements Employee must be willing and physically able to do the following: Able to lift 50-70 lbs Climb on and off railcars and heavy equipment and tie processing equipment safely Work 40 plus hours (possible weekends) Work on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time while performing duties which include walking, standing, and lifting Able to use basic hand tools With more than 70 years experience in hundreds of locations across North America and internationally, Savage is a trusted partner for safely moving and managing mission-critical materials with worry-free consistency while creating value for our Customers. Savage specializes in rail, truck and marine transportation, logistics, materials handling and other industrial and environmental services. We Hire Right , Train Right and Treat Right , and strive to provide our Team Members with opportunities to do things they never dreamed possible. Savage offers competitive benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, a retirement plan, paid time off and opportunities for growth. Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace.