Transload Operator Job Listing at Savage in Sherrills Ford, NC (Job ID 35303)

Description

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 Savage:

• A culture that appreciates our Team Members

• Paid Time Off (“PTO”)
• Paid holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)
• A culture of safety
• A commitment to helping our Team Members do things that they never dreamed possible

Savage is hiring Locomotive Operators for our Terrell, NC operation.

What you need to be successful in this role: 

• Operate a locomotive - we can provide training and certification
• The Locomotive Operator is responsible for daily railcar movement 
• Assist with spotting cars on the correct track; move empty cars and build the outbound train
• Visually inspect rail cars and perform minor repairs
• Prepare necessary paperwork associated with the movement of the railcars  
• Understand and adhere to rail rules and safety regulations as prescribed by Savage, our customer, and the Railroad
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts  
• One year or more of Rail Industry experience is a plus
• Work experience in an industrial environment is also a plus

Key strengths of the successful locomotive operator:

• Understands the importance of good communication with the customer and other Savage employees 

• Understands the importance of customer service and able to deliver service to the customer professionally 

• Willing to complete switchmen, Locomotive and Distributive power training & general safety training
• Strong communication and listening skills including the ability to read, write and understand

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to work DuPont schedule
• Must be able to climb on and off railcars and locomotives  
• Must be able to pass the plant's site requirement test  
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Walk 1+ miles per day on uneven terrain, etc.
• Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time

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