Summary
Location
Port Arthur
Type
full-time
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About this role
Grow Your Career with Savage!
Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
What does a Petroleum Coke Operator do? At the Total refinery in Port Arthur, we cut and empty material contained within large vessels called Coke Drums, gather the non-hazardous material called Petroleum Coke with overhead cranes, then load it onto a conveyor system which carries it away to another site for ship loading or other means of transport. 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 on the coke unit and load-out system, which Savage operates.
These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:
- We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
- $150 /year steel toe boot allowance annually
- Paid Holidays
- Military Veterans are encouraged to apply
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, and 401(k) with match
- Uniformed Services Differential Pay (USDP) & Paid Uniformed Services Leave
What You'll be Doing:
- Perform proper decoking techniques by following all associated procedures while paying close attention to hot spots and allowing for extra quenching where needed
- Working with the Operator to un-head and re-head the coke drums, as well as performing the final sweep of the coke drum
- Operate bridge 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 the equipment before and post operating. Report any additional maintenance needs and conduct frequent audits on the crane and other heavy equipment
- Maintain clean workspace 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 sheets, daily check sheets, etc.
- Learn other positions as time permits
- Adhere to the Savage Systems (S7, SHAPS, 5S, Better Way)
What You Need to Be Successful:
- Bridge Crane experience a plus
- Heavy Equipment Operating experience a plus
- High school diploma/GED
Physical Requirements:
- 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
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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; and a 401(k) plan with match.
- Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.
- Our benefit packages may change from time to time.
Other facts
About Savage
Founded in 1946, Savage provides transportation, logistics, materials handling, and other industrial services. Savage is a company founded on principles of integrity, innovation, hard work and reliability.
Nothing is more important than safety at Savage, as we strive to always do the right thing, find a better way, and make a difference for our customers, team members and communities.
With more than 4,000 team members in over 200 locations across North America and internationally, Savage creates value for our customers and puts solutions right where you need them.
What you'll do
- The Petroleum Coke Operator is responsible for operating equipment to remove Petroleum Coke from large drums and loading it onto a conveyor system. This includes performing decoking techniques, operating a bridge crane, and maintaining communication with team members.
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