Machine Operator

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC•Beaumont, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Section Gang, you will be responsible for laying, repairing, and maintaining railroad tracks for standard or narrow-gauge equipment used in mainline service, plant yards, quarries, sand and gravel pits, and mines. Duties include operating specialized machinery such as ballast cleaning and bed tamping equipment to ensure safe and efficient track conditions.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age
High school diploma or equivalency
Valid Driver’s license; Class B commercial driver license is preferred
Willingness to travel extensively and work across multiple locations
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Effective verbal and written communication skills to relay track conditions to team members via telephone or radio
A background in agriculture, mechanic and construction trades are considered an asset
Medical and Drug Testing
Successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required.
Criminal history check
Education verification
Driver’s license verification and driving history
Social Security Number verification
Department of Transportation Background Check
40.25 Form

Responsibilities

Repair and adjust track switches using appropriate tools and replacement parts
Cut rails to specified lengths with rail saws
Operate track-wrench machines to tighten or loosen rail joint bolts
Drill holes in rails, tie plates, or fishplates for bolts and spikes using power drills
Clear tracks and switch boxes of debris, ice, or snow
Operate spike pullers to remove old spikes from ties
Grind rail ends to achieve smooth joints using portable grinders
Operate spike-driving machines to secure rails to ties
Dress and reshape worn or damaged switch points or frogs with power grinders
Operate vehicles that lay rails and tracks over designated sections for construction, repair, or maintenance