Equipment Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow equipment operating instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong awareness of surroundings when working near moving equipment and machinery.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Willingness to perform physical labor when equipment operation is not needed.
• Dependable attendance and flexibility to support changing operational priorities.
• Ability to learn new equipment and railroad-specific operating procedures.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift throughout the workday.
• Comfort working around heavy equipment, railroad tracks, and industrial machinery.
• Ability and willingness to wear required personal protective equipment and follow strict safety standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment, forklifts, loaders, construction machinery, or similar industrial equipment.
• Experience in construction, railroad operations, manufacturing, or mechanical facilities.
• Previous railroad experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery and industrial equipment to support railroad mechanical activities.
• Transport and position materials, tools, supplies, and equipment throughout the worksite.
• Load and unload materials while following established safety procedures.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections before beginning daily operations.
• Recognize and communicate mechanical issues or equipment malfunctions.
• Assist railroad mechanical crews with material movement and operational support.
• Work safely around railroad tracks, railcars, and other moving machinery.
• Keep equipment, work areas, and surrounding facilities clean and organized.
• Follow applicable company, customer, and railroad safety regulations.
• Perform additional general labor and operational assignments as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Weekly safety incentive opportunities.
• Annual steel-toe boot allowance.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment.
• Internal advancement and career development opportunities.