Equipment Operator Job Listing at Savage in Fernandina Beach, FL (Job ID 32837)

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. 

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. 

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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