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. The Basics: Location: Port Arthur, TX (Motiva) Days/Hours: Monday – Friday 12-hour shifts (DuPont schedule) These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage: + 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 + $150 Annual Steel-Toe Boot Allowance + We provide uniforms and PPE, and we even handle the laundry What You’ll Be Doing: + The rail locomotive/switch operator is responsible for the daily railcar movement in our customer’s Port Arthur, Texas facility. + This individual will work with two other crew members to safely spot railcars at requested locations and build outbound trains for required pick-up. + The Switchman is expected to be cross-trained and willing to assist in the different functions performed at the facility. + Operate a locomotive to spot rail cars on the correct tracks to be unloaded and then take the empty cars and build the outbound train. + Build outbound trains, inspect rail cars, and perform air brake inspections. + Should be committed to working safely at all times + Have the desire to build strong customer relations daily. + Committed to show up on time on every scheduled work day. + Understands the importance of good communication with the customer and other Savage employees. + A willingness to complete any assigned task(s) as long as they have been properly trained. + A desire to learn the skills necessary to do the job safely and in a way, that adds value to the customer’s operation and exceeds their expectations. + Practice Motiva’s 12 Life-Saving Rules. + Maintain good relations and open communication with coworkers and management via radio and other means Requirements to Be Successful in This Position: + This position will report to the Operation Manager + They will interact with other Savage employees and the customer + They may have the opportunity to participate in Safety Training Programs which may require travel to Salt Lake City, Utah, or another location + Willing to, on occasion, travel to other sites to assist them in switching their facilities + Can read, write, and understand English + Able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision + Must pass a written and skills test on the type of work that he or she will be performing + Willing to help with maintenance, clean-up, and anything else that requires attention, as directed by the Operations Manager and or Supervisor + Dependable and shows up for scheduled work shifts + Willing to wear required PPE + Professionally conduct themselves at all times + Works safely at all times + Can follow all rules and procedures as outlined by Savage + Ability to work Holidays and weekends Preferred Education/Experience: + High School or GED + 3-5 years of industry experience Here Are Some of The Physical Requirements for This Role: + Switch person will work outdoors every day and as a result will be exposed to the elements + Must be able to walk long distances, consistently bend, stoop kneel, and climb on elevated surfaces + The switch person must be physically able to do the following: + Climb on and off railcars and locomotives safely + Operate railcar hand brakes + Operate rail switches + Must have the ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods + Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs consistently throughout a shift + Should also have the ability to use basic hand tools + Able to work rotating shift schedules and overtime when needed + Must understand the oil refining process and culture that comes with it. 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 https://savageco.com/careers/california-residents-job-applicant-privacy-notice/ Job Details Job Family Skilled Player Pay Type Hourly