Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Maintenance
About The Position
Road & Rail Services is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our railroad maintenance team in the Miami/Medley area. In this position, you will operate construction and rail-related equipment while helping crews repair and maintain railroad tracks. Candidates with maintenance-of-way experience are encouraged to apply, but previous railroad experience is not required. If you have a strong background operating heavy equipment in construction, civil, or industrial environments, we can provide training for the rail-specific portions of the job. This is an outdoor, physically active opportunity for a dependable operator who values safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.
Requirements
- At least four years of heavy-equipment operating experience
- Experience in construction, civil, industrial, or a comparable work environment
- Strong awareness of surrounding equipment, employees, and job-site hazards
- Commitment to following established safety procedures
- Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors
- Dependable attendance and a consistent work history
- Ability to work effectively as part of a crew
Nice To Haves
- Railroad maintenance-of-way or track-maintenance experience
- Experience operating tampers, regulators, or rail-adapted equipment
- Knowledge of FRA-regulated railroad operations
Responsibilities
- Operate backhoes, excavators, loaders, and other heavy equipment safely
- Support railroad track construction, repair, and maintenance projects
- Assist crews with track surfacing, rail repairs, and tie replacement
- Inspect equipment and report mechanical problems or safety concerns
- Help identify visible track conditions requiring attention
- Follow applicable FRA requirements and company safety procedures
- Coordinate with crew members to complete assignments safely and on schedule
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
- Perform additional track-maintenance duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Hands-on railroad operations training
- Quality equipment and a professional work environment
- Opportunities to develop specialized skills and advance your career
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
