Savage Companies Pasadena , TX 77502
Posted 2 months ago
Our Material Handling Operators come to Savage for the challenge, growth and focus on safety, but they stay because of the outstanding culture that exists here.Our company was founded on processing and transporting materials for our customers. We understand and respect our Team Members as the lifeblood of what we do. Team Members are encouraged to find a better way and are enabled to "do things they never dreamed possible".
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage :
We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
$150 Steel Toe Boot Allowance semi annual
Paid Holidays
Profit Sharing
Opportunities for growth
Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
Position Summary:
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating all equipment necessary to remove Pet Coke from large drums including: jet pumps, hydro cutters, delta valves, and any asset pertaining to the coke unit and load-out system which Savage operates. This operation is located within the ExxonMobil Refinery in Baytown, TX. At this operation, we cut and empty material contained within large silos called Coke Drums, gather the non-hazardous material called Petroleum Coke with overhead cranes, then load onto conveyor system which carries it away to another site for ship loading or other means of transport.
Here is what you will be doing:
allowing for extra quenching where needed
Working with the Crane Operator to un-head and re-head the coke drums, as well as performing the final sweep of the coke drum
Operate 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 work space by removing trash and debris from all areas of responsibility including structures, offices, restrooms, break rooms, vehicles, crane cab, etc
Complete all necessary documentation as required including JHA's, permits, log entries, audit sheet, daily check sheets, etc.
Learn other positions as time permits
Requirements of a successful Material Handling Operator:
Maintenance: mechanically inclined and have worked in jobs that require you to have ability to trouble shoot or fix mechanical breakdowns
Equipment Operation: experience operating several different types of heavy equipment from various manufacturers
Refinery or Industrial Plant Operations: experience with high safety standards and dangers of working in these types of environments
Current and working knowledge of jet pumps, Valves and FlowServe equipment
Strong written and oral communication skill in English with level equal to or higher than B2 according to CEFR
Working in an industrial/refinery or construction setting
Hands on Exposure with maintaining equipment using hydraulics, electrical trouble shooting, and pneumatic
Operating back hoe, front end loader, dozer, or other heavy yellow equipment is a plus
Here is what we need from you:
Solid knowledge and experience operating bridge crane
Following safety regulations and written procedures within a refinery or chemical plant is a plus
Coke cutting experience or drilling operations
Ability to read, write and speak English
High school diploma/GED
Here are some of the physical requirements for this role:
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
Should not have a fear of heights
Must be able to stand, kneel or crawl
We operate 24/7, therefore our employees work a rotating schedule
Ability to work outside in any condition and on extreme heights
Additional Information:
The complete job description is available upon request
Savage has been designated as a Military Friendly Employer.
Savage has been recognized as a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation by the Women in Trucking Association
Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug free workplace.
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For more information or questions about opportunities at Savage, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.
Other details
Job Family Skilled Player
Pay Type Hourly
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