Electrician

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Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

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Schedule: Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday 

Hours: 4 10-hour days  

Pay: $49.00 per hour  

Location: 950 CR 65, Earth, TX  79031

Savage is hiring an Electrician who will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and controls for the coal handling operations.  The Electrician will assist Operations to provide coal to the customer’s bunkers on a daily basis.  

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

• A safety focused culture that appreciates our team members
• Uniforms and laundry service
• Paid Time Off (“PTO”) and Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing
• Built-in overtime 
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)
• A commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possible

What you’ll be doing

• Actively participate in Savage’s safety programs
• Perform daily inspections of the equipment for safety, mechanical, and electrical deficiencies
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems on the facility and mobile equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, PLC, and field device systems
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Partner with the Maintenance Supervisor to learn and utilize the CMMS system as a tool of organization for corrective and preventative maintenance record keeping
• Other general maintenance duties as required could include changing conveyor rollers, greasing, etc.
• Collaborate with team members outside of the maintenance department, including operations team members, off-site maintenance personnel, coordinators, and management, to ensure the overall success of the operation
• Candidate must have a good understanding of customer service

This is what you will need

• High school diploma or GED
• 2-5 years electrical maintenance experience 
• Understand electrical, instrumentation, VFD drives, and field devices
• Understand the industrial process and how the different components in a facility interact (Conveyors, Train unloading system, Crushers, Feeders, Pumps, etc.)
• Willingness to learn and a sense of urgency in performing tasks and duties
• Experience in material handling operations is preferred
• Welding skills and heavy equipment experience are a plus
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined by Savage
• Willingness to work Monday- Friday, overtime, and weekends on-call as needed

Here are some of the physical requirements

• This position works primarily in an outdoor environment with minimal to high concentrations of coal dust
• Must be able to work in extreme weather, such as wind, heat, and cold
• Must have the ability and willingness to perform the essential physical functions of the position:
  • Work at heights as well as climbing stairs and ladders
  • Lift up to 50 pounds
  • Lifting or moving objects over 50 pounds must be accomplished by either using extra manpower or machine-assisted lifting techniques
  • Climb on and off fixed and mobile equipment
  • Routinely climb stairs, ladders, and work at various heights
  • Wear a respirator and all required personal protective equipment (job dependent)
  • Shovel, sweep, and wash with hoses as directed
  • Perform maintenance work in confined and tight spaces
  • Required to wear proper personal protective equipment as the environment and the position dictate
  • Required to pass annual OSHA respirator and pulmonary function tests

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Additional Information:

• A complete job description is available upon request
• Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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• You may view available jobs at www.savageco.com/careers and apply using the online job posting.

• Team members may be eligible for a benefits package that is dependent on hours worked and position classification. This package may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and disability insurance; supplemental coverage options; health savings and flexible spending accounts; paid time off; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with company match. Benefits are subject to change. For more information visit https://savageco.com/careers/benefits-information/