Equipment/Crane Operator

Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply.

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with us!

• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• (6) Paid Holidays
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) with match

The successful Equipment/Crane Operator candidate will safely perform the basic tasks required to load, unload, and move bulk products, including aggregates, salt, and fertilizers, at our Marine Terminal located in Wilmington, NC.

Here is what you will be doing

• Follow proper safety rules and operating procedures to support zero tolerance safety objectives
• Operate/maintain heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, excavators, conveyors, and other mobile equipment
• Complete and maintain required daily paperwork
• Housekeeping duties, including shoveling, washing down of work areas, and keeping restrooms, break rooms, and work rooms clean and tidy
• Assist Maintenance personnel, as needed and directed
• Occasionally work in areas outside of your normal duties, when instructed by a supervisor

Requirements of a successful Equipment Operator

• TWIC card
• Read, write, and understand English and follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Physically able to handle large tools, climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend ladders, and should not have a fear of heights
• Possess Environmental & Safety awareness
• Work a rotating (days/nights)12-hour shift to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary
• High School or GED
• One year of industrial experience
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures are a plus

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role

• Equipment Operators are routinely required to work outdoors and, as a result, are exposed to the elements
• Lift 50+ pounds

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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