Transload Operator II – Asphalt
Savage is hiring an Asphalt Terminal Operator in Winnipeg!!
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)
Due to the nature of the business, some positions are permanent, full time seasonal (approximately March 1 – December 1)
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.
Here is a preview of what you’ll be doing:
Safely start up, operate, and shut down the boiler
Routine inspections on equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
Perform boiler feedwater and cooling water tests.
Communicate daily engineering activities with Chief Engineer and update all engineering logs daily.
Maintain accurate, up to date maintenance records and work orders.
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 asphalt orders
Load/unload trucks/railcars with hot asphalt product
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all systems within the terminal
General maintenance, cleaning, housekeeping, and snow removal
This is what we need from you
Minimum 5th class power engineering required (4th class an asset, 4th class certificate required in Winnipeg)
Previous transload or experience with an asphalt terminal, a strong asset
Strong knowledge of Safe Work Permits and LOTO
Mechanically inclined
A strong commitment to maintaining safe work practices at all times
Strong ability to handle challenges and problem-solve
Willingness to develop your knowledge in emulsion production, quality control and a technical understanding of different products
Additional skills we’ll strongly consider to be an asset:
Understanding of P&ID’s and basic flows
Process experience in a plant setting
Experience in the petrochemical field or other industrial environment
Railroad experience
Here are some of the requirements of this role
Ability to:
work at heights
swing a 10-lb sledgehammer
walk extensively on uneven terrain
lift 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 (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)
