Equipment Operator

What does a Petroleum Coke Operator do? At the Total refinery in Port Arthur, we cut and empty material contained within large vessels called Coke Drums, gather the non-hazardous material called Petroleum Coke with overhead cranes, then load it onto a conveyor system which carries it away to another site for ship loading or other means of transport. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating all equipment necessary to remove Pet Coke from large drums including jet pumps, hydro cutters, Delta Valves, and any asset on the coke unit and load-out system, which Savage operates.

These are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:

We provide Uniforms & PPE (laundering included)$150 /year steel toe boot allowance annuallyPaid HolidaysMilitary Veterans are encouraged to applyExcellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, and 401(k) with matchUniformed Services Differential Pay (USDP) & Paid Uniformed Services Leave

What You'll be Doing:

Perform proper decoking techniques by following all associated procedures while paying close attention to hot spots and allowing for extra quenching where neededWorking with the Operator to un-head and re-head the coke drums, as well as performing the final sweep of the coke drumOperate bridge crane to maintain proper pit & pad storage and load coke from pad to grizzly hopper by following all associated proceduresMaintain good and open communication with Crane Operator, Supervision, Managers, and Maintenance Personnel via radio and other proper meansHelp maintenance personnel with equipment maintenance when additional manpower is neededProperly inspect the equipment before and post operating. Report any additional maintenance needs and conduct frequent audits on the crane and other heavy equipmentMaintain clean workspace by removing trash and debris from all areas of responsibility including structures, offices, restrooms, break rooms, vehicles, crane cab, etc.Complete all necessary documentation as required including JHA's, permits, log entries, audit sheets, daily check sheets, etc.Learn other positions as time permitsAdhere to the Savage Systems (S7, SHAPS, 5S, Better Way)

What You Need to Be Successful:

Bridge Crane experience a plusHeavy Equipment Operating experience a plusHigh school diploma/GED

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequentlyPhysically able to handle large toolsMust be able to climb on and off the equipment, ascend and descend a ladderShould not have a fear of heightsMust be able to stand, kneel or crawlWe operate 24/7, therefore our employees work a rotating scheduleAbility to work outside in any condition and on extreme heights

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