Heavy Equipment Operator

A&K Railroad Materials Inc•Mira Loma, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

A&K Railroad Materials Inc. is hiring a dependable, hands-on Heavy Equipment Operator for its yard in Mira Loma, California. The role combines heavy equipment operation with hands-on work alongside the yard crew, supporting the safe, organized, and efficient movement of railroad materials and daily yard operations. The company is seeking someone who takes initiative, works independently, and may be interested in growing into greater responsibility. As the employee learns the business and demonstrates their capabilities, there may be an opportunity to advance into an Assistant Yard Manager position.

Requirements

Previous heavy equipment operating experience in a yard, construction, warehouse, or industrial environment.
Comfort performing hands-on general labor and working outdoors.
Strong work ethic and reliability.
Ability to work independently.
Good organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated leadership potential and interest in taking on additional responsibility.
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn the company ERP system.

Nice To Haves

Interest and potential to grow into an Assistant Yard Manager position.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment safely.
Move, load, unload, and organize railroad materials.
Perform general labor alongside the yard crew.
Maintain an organized yard.
Help keep daily operations safe and efficient.
Take ownership of assigned work, identify tasks that need attention, and work without always waiting for direction.
Learn the business and, as capabilities are demonstrated, potentially take on greater responsibility for personnel, equipment, inventory, and day-to-day yard operations.