Machine Operator 1 - SPS

Loram • Georgetown, TX

14h • $20 - $21 • Remote

About The Position

Machine Operator 1 (MO1), a field based position, is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing company railway maintenance and inspection equipment. This position can operate Loram’s on track MOW equipment and/or on track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. In this role you may be assigned to various types of equipment platforms dependent on business needs and demands.

Requirements

• Internal: 3+ Months Experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment; Some assignments require Excavator experience.
• Meet all relevant or applicable pre-qualifications as noted in the general description for this role and Loram’s career development matrix.
• External: 2+ Years Demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations.
• 2+ Years Demonstrated ability to learn communicate verbally and in writing and learn best practices.
• Maintain Railroad Certifications, CPR/First Aid, valid Driver’s License.
• Slots – 1+ year experience Heavy equipment operator (Backhoe, Excavator, or alike).
• Heavy Maintenance/ Construction equipment maintenance.
• Basic administration computer skills.
• Working knowledge of data systems and remote equipment operations cellar or tethered.
• Aurora - Minimum of 1 year computer or technology background.
• 1 year of working knowledge working with MS Windows.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and role-specific assessments. Components may include DOT Physical Exam, Regulated (DOT) DS/BAT, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), and Audiogram.
• Successfully complete an eVerifile/eRailSafe background check as required by Loram’s railroad customers. Ongoing eligibility is subject to compliance with eRailSafe standards.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be conducted upon hire and annually thereafter in accordance with Loram’s Driving Policy.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred radiation experience.
• Commercial Driver’s License or able to obtain a Class B.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive and appropriate job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks.
• Consistently follow safe work processes, procedures and rules.
• Understand on track safety and can explain specifics when asked.
• Locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation.
• Conduct machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards and communicates conditions to the operator or supervisor and performs common repairs as instructed.
• Provide accurate feedback that allows machine leadership to make maintenance decisions.
• Accurately record and report common parts used to supervisor, including floor stock.
• Perform maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies.
• Accurately describe gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation.
• Document and complete daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging, and other administrative reporting as necessary.

Benefits

• company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• wellness programs
• basic life and AD&D insurance
• voluntary life insurance
• company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• behavioral health support
• leaves of absence
• tuition reimbursement
• payroll charity contributions
• adoption assistance
• optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed