Operator - Transload (Seasonal)

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. To Apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button above and complete the application. Savage is hiring an Asphalt Terminal Operator in Saskatoon!! Are you looking for a company that values you for the work you do? Our Team Members come to Savage for the challenge, growth and focus on safety, but they stay because of the outstanding culture that exists here. Savage’s Vision and Legacy includes a commitment to providing opportunities for people “to do things they never dreamed possible” and guides us in all that we do. Are you ready to join us and do the right thing, find a better way, and make a difference? Here are just a few of the benefits you can look to receive working with Savage:

• Hourly wages – with annual compensation review
• Paid uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• $200/year steel toe boot allowance
• Excellent Benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) with match into a DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan)
• Generous paid time off policy that exceeds statutory norms

To be considered successful in this role, you’ll be expected to safely unload trucks of hot asphalt and load trucks of emulsified asphalt products. You’ll also help ensure the safe and efficient operation of the asphalt terminal which includes the production of quality asphalt products. Please note this a permanent, full-time, seasonal position (approximately Mid April– Mid October). Here is a preview of what you’ll be doing:

• Become proficient in all aspects of terminal operation
• Handle multiple responsibilities including customer service, monitoring efficiencies, utilizing truck scale, writing safe work permits, and assisting in asphalt orders
• Load trucks of emulsified asphalt products
• Unload trucks of hot asphalt or other bulk products
• Unload railcars of bulk products
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot systems within the terminal
• General maintenance, cleaning, housekeeping, and snow removal

This Is What We Need From You

• Mechanically inclined
• A strong commitment to always maintaining safe work practices
• Ability to handle challenges and problem-solve
• Willingness to develop your knowledge in emulsion production and quality control, and a technical understanding of different products
• Additional skills we’ll strongly consider to be an asset:

• Previous transload or experience with an asphalt terminal
• Knowledge of Safe Work Permits and LOTO
• Experience in a plant setting, petrochemical area, or other industrial environment
• Railroad experience

• 4th or 5th class Power Engineering is not required but would be an asset

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role:Ability To

• Work at heights
• Swing a 10-lb sledgehammer
• Walk extensively, sometimes on uneven terrain
• Lift a minimum 50 lbs.
• Work and stand on uneven surfaces for prolonged periods of time
• Work outside for extended periods of time, in all weather conditions
• Wear a SCBA respirator when required (note that this is a clean-shaven work site)

Candidates are required to clear a criminal background check, drug screen, and preemployment medical examination. Candidates must also attend and pass all job-required tests (WHMIS, TDG, H2S, Fall Arrest, First Aid, and all other site-specific training, as required). #IND1 Additional Information

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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• 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.