Locomotive Operator Job Listing at Savage in Terrells, NC (Job ID 32271-Terrells, NC 27312, USA)

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.

Savage is hiring Locomotive Operators and Conductors for our Terrell, NC operation. Savage is an innovative supply-chain solutions company. We are the leading provider of fully integrated systems, designed and operated to solve unique logistics and materials management challenges for industrial companies throughout North America. Each of us at Savage is committed to integrity and delivering reliable, sustainable, safe, and environmentally responsible services.

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

What you need to be successful in this role: 

• The Locomotive Operator is responsible for daily railcar movement - We will provide training
• Assist with spotting cars on the correct track; move empty cars and build the outbound train
• Visually inspect rail cars and perform minor repairs 
• 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 - Dupont Schedule

Key strengths of the successful locomotive operator:

• Attend and pass all training associated with job related coursework.  This includes but is not limited to:  OSHA, HazMat and FRA related courses. Willing to complete switchmen, Locomotive and Distributive power training & general safety training
• Must be able to pass the plant's site requirement test  
• Strong communication and listening skills including the ability to read, write and understand English
• Perform basic maintenance 
• One year or more of Rail Industry experience is a plus
• Work experience in an industrial environment is also a plus

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must be able to climb on and off railcars and locomotives  
• Walk 2+ miles per day on uneven terrain, etc.
• Ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time

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• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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