Machine Operator 1 - SPS

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; Antigonish; On-site; CAD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is hiring a Machine Operator 1 based in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. This role involves operating and maintaining railway maintenance equipment while ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates should have experience with heavy equipment and possess mechanical skills.

The position demands excellent communication abilities and the willingness to travel extensively. Starting pay ranges from $24.00 to $25.00 per hour, contingent on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ months experience with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment.
• 2+ years of technical skills including mechanical and electrical.
• Excellent communication and learning skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair company railway equipment.
• Conduct machine inspections and repairs.
• Perform maintenance according to schedules.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Technical mechanical skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Computer skills (MS Windows)

Railroad Certifications

Job description

REF134P-34

Job Title: Machine Operator 1

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Reports to: Assistant Manager, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent

General Description / Purpose

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.

Essential Job Functions

Safety Focused

• Ability to lead a comprehensive and appropriate job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks.
• Consistently follows safe work processes, procedures and rules
• Understands on track safety and can explain specifics when asked
• Able to locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation

Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge

• Conducts machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards and communicates conditions to the operator or supervisor and performs common repairs as instructed. Provides accurate feedback that allows machine leadership to make maintenance decisions.
• Accurately records and reports common parts used to supervisor, including floor stock
• Performs maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies
• Accurately describes gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation
• Demonstrates the ability to document and complete daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging, and other administrative reporting as necessary

Behavioral Competencies

• Safety Awareness
• Values Based
• Learning on the Fly
• Action Oriented
• Listening
• Personal Learning

Experience: Internally: 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. Externally: 2+ years demonstrating technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations. 2+ years demonstrating ability to learn communicate verbally and in writing and learn best practices.

Licenses/Certifications: 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. Preferred radiation experience. Commercial Driver’s License or able to obtain a Class B.

Preemployment Requirements

• This position requires successful completion of 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.
• Position requires successful completion of an eVerifile/eRailSafe background check as required by Loram’s railroad customers. Ongoing eligibility is subject to compliance with eRailSafe standards.
• Must 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.

Working Conditions

• 100% travel, including international, using any method of transportation.
• Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning.
• Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
• Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell.
• Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

Starting pay for the position is between $24.00 - $25.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti‑discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.