Railroad Ballast Regulator Operator

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Ershausen/Geismar; Vor Ort; EUR 42.000 - 66.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kaizen Lab Inc. seeks an experienced Ballast Regulator Operator to join a traveling track maintenance and surfacing gang. This role requires operating ballast regulator equipment, maintaining track geometry, and extensive regional travel with lodging provided.

Candidate must be able to work 40+ hours per week, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as project demands dictate. Pre-employment screenings and safety training are required.

Qualifikationen

• Experience operating ballast regulator or similar heavy railroad equipment.
• Knowledge of track structure and ballast profiles.
• Willingness to travel regionally and stay away from home weekly.
• Ability to work 40+ hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Pass pre-employment drug screening, background check and safety training.

Aufgaben

• Operate ballast regulator to shape and distribute ballast along track profiles.
• Coordinate with tamper operators, surfacing crews, and foremen to maintain geometry.
• Perform pre- and post-shift inspections; report issues promptly.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Follow railroad safety procedures and lockout/tagout protocols.
• Travel to multiple job sites and stay in company lodging as needed.
• Work within outages to maximize productivity and maintain records.
• Assist with other track maintenance tasks as needed.

Kenntnisse

Ballast regulator operation

Track geometry knowledge

Travel readiness

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Travel Required (Regional/Multi-State Assignments)
Employment Type: Full-Time (40+ hours/week)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Ballast Regulator Operator to join our traveling track maintenance and surfacing gang. This role is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a ballast regulator to shape, distribute, and dress ballast during track maintenance, resurfacing, and construction projects. This position requires extensive travel to job sites across the region and a willingness to work extended hours, including nights and weekends, as project schedules demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a ballast regulator to move, shape, and distribute ballast along the track profile before and after surfacing operations
• Work closely with tamper operators, surfacing crews, and foremen to maintain proper track geometry and ballast section
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of equipment; report mechanical issues promptly
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on the ballast regulator
• Follow all railroad and company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and on-track safety protocols
• Coordinate with track foremen and roadmasters regarding daily work plans and production goals
• Travel to various job sites as part of a traveling gang, often staying in company-provided lodging during work weeks
• Work efficiently within scheduled track outages/windows to maximize productivity
• Maintain accurate daily production and equipment reports
• Assist with other track maintenance tasks as needed when not operating equipment

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating a ballast regulator or similar heavy railroad maintenance equipment strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of track structure, ballast profiles, and surfacing operations
• Ability to travel extensively, including overnight stays away from home for extended periods (weekly or bi-weekly travel schedules)
• Willingness and ability to work 40+ hours per week, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as project demands require
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance/troubleshootingli>
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening, background check, and safety training certification
• Valid driver's license required; CDL a plus