Equipment Operator Job Listing at Savage in Fernandina Beach, FL (Job ID 28455)

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.

The successful Equipment Operator candidate will safely perform the basic tasks required to load, unload, and move breakbulk/bulk products including aggregates, break bulk (lumber, plywood, paper, etc.) and containers at our Marine Terminal located in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with us! 

• We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)
• (7) Paid Holidays
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) with match

Here is what you will be doing

• Follow proper safety rules and operating procedures to support zero tolerance safety objectives
• Operate/maintain heavy equipment including front end loaders, reach stacker, forklift jockey truck, mobile harbor crane and gantry crane.
• Complete and maintain required daily paperwork
• Housekeeping duties, sweeping, washing down of work areas, and keeping restrooms, break rooms, and work rooms clean and tidy
• Assist Maintenance personnel, as needed and directed
• Occasionally work in areas outside of your normal duties, when instructed by Supervision 

Requirements of a successful Equipment Operator

• Must have the ability to obtain a TWIC card
• Must have a Valid Driver's License
• Be able to read, write and understand English and follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Physically able to handle large tools, climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend ladders, and should not have a fear of heights
• Possess Environmental & Safety awareness
• Must be able to work a rotating (days/nights)12-hour shift to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary
• High School diploma or GED
• For safety reasons, must be able to read, write and understand, and follow written and/or verbal instructions in English
• Computer/tablet skills
• Stevedoring experience a plus
• 1 year marine, plant, or industrial equipment experience
• Equipment certifications are a plus
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus 

Here are some of the physical requirements for this role

• Equipment Operators are routinely required to work outdoors and as a result are exposed to the elements
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Ability to Stand/Walk 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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