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

• Dayshift - with some nights based on customer needs
• Opportunities for Growth
• $150 Annual Steel-Toe Boot Allowance: Stay safe and stylish on the job!
• We provide uniforms and PPE, and we even handle the laundry
• A culture that appreciates Team Members
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, Profit Sharing, and 401(k) with match.
• Paid Parental and Uniformed Services Leave

Savage Services has an opening for an Equipment Operator at our St. Paul, VA operation. 

What you will be doing

• Operate heavy equipment to transfer product to equipment and trucks
• Operate front-end loader and dozer, 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
• Committed to working safely at all times

What we need from you

• 1+ year experience operating a front end loader and/or dozer
• Willingness to help with all worksite duties that require attention, as directed by the site supervisor and/or operations manager
• Ability to attain an MSHA certification required
• Demonstrates worksite dependability by being punctual and present for scheduled work shifts
• Determined always to wear the appropriate and required PPE
• Professionally conduct themselves at all times
• Demonstrates excellent workplace safety, and is dedicated to helping other do the same
• Follow all rules and procedures as outlines by Savage
• Willingness and ability to work Holidays and weekends
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Communicate effectively in English including basic skills in reading, writing, and comprehension 

Here are the Physical Requirements for this role

• Work outdoors every day and as a result will be exposed to the elements
• 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) including some night shifts
• Work on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time while performing duties which include walking, standing, and lifting

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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
• California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice  
• You may view available jobs at www.savageco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.
• Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; PTO and a 401(k) plan with match.
• Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, PTO, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
• Our benefit packages may change from time to time.