JOB DESCRIPTION
Equipment Operator
Mainline Services, an established railroad construction company is seeking experienced Equipment Operators to add to our growing team. The Equipment Operator is responsible for, but not limited to operating and maintaining various types of heavy equipment. Typical equipment includes excavators, backhoes, wheel loaders, dozers, and some on-track equipment.
Essential Functions:
- Operate specialized heavy equipment.
- Maintain heavy equipment by performing pre-shift inspections, cleaning, adding lubricants and fuel, and documenting all activity performed on said piece of equipment.
- Perform light duty mechanical repairs (hoses, fittings, wiring, fuses, etc.).
- Perform construction tasks.
- Work in remote locations.
- Participate in team safety meeting.
- Reporting equipment or tool damage or deficiencies immediately to Supervisor.
- Comply with railroad and site-specific safety and operating rules.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous Railroad experience is desired but not mandatory.
- 18 years of age or older.
- Ability to work from written and verbal instructions.
- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, adhere to work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
- Driver’s license required; CDL or CDL eligible preferred.
- Able to work multiple shifts and overtime as required.
- Must be able to work in varying weather conditions.
- Must be willing to travel.
- Must be willing to submit to and be able to pass a drug screen.
- Must be able to pass a background check, e-rail safe and on-track safety.
- Willing to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment).
Physical Requirements:
- Must have ability to work at heights, as well as climbing stairs, and work in hot or cold environments.
- Lifts approximately 50-100 lbs. occasionally.
- Work outdoors in sometimes noisy, safety sensitive environment.
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $27.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- CDL must be a Class A with no restrictions for a automatic transmission.
Experience:
- Heavy equipment operation: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person