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Savage Transload - Transload Operator in Kamloops, British Columbia
Savage is Hiring in Kamloops !!
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:
Starting wage at $28.00/hour – 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
Position Overview To be considered successful in this role, you’ll be expected to safely unload/load trucks and railcars with hot asphalt. You’ll also help ensure the safe and efficient operation of the asphalt terminal which includes the production of the quality asphalt products.
Please note this a permanent, full-time, seasonal position (March 1 – December 1).
Here is a preview of what you’ll be doing:
Become proficient in all aspects of terminal operation
Handle multiple responsibilities including customer service, monitor efficiencies, use the truck scale, write safe work permits, and assist in asphalt orders
Load/unload trucks/railcars with hot asphalt product
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot systems within the terminal
General maintenance, cleaning, housekeeping, and snow removal
This is what we need from you:
Be mechanically inclined
A strong commitment to maintaining safe work practices at all times
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
Here are some of the 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
Work while wearing a SCBA respirator (note that this is a clean-shaven work site)
Candidates are required to clear a criminal background check, drug screen, and preemployment medical examination.
Attend and pass all job-required tests (WHMIS, TDG, H2S, Fall Arrest, First Aid, and all other site-specific training, as required)
Job Details
Job Family Skilled Player
Pay Type Hourly