BACKHOE OPERATOR

RailWorks Corporation; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment at the job site for railroad track construction, repair, and maintenance. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a busy field environment.

Responsibilities include inspecting and operating backhoes and loaders, following safety procedures, and coordinating with crew members to move loads and execute daily tasks. Travel may be required, and a valid driver’s license is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment.
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation; able to travel.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and operates maintenance equipment such as backhoes and loaders.
• Operates equipment to move, load, or unload material or perform other rail related maintenance tasks.
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• While operating equipment, communicate with others using verbal and non-verbal hand signals.
• Keeps records of material and equipment usage and problems encountered.
• Performs equipment safety, maintenance, and brake checks.
• Fill out daily inspection report and turn into foreman on a daily basis.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Reading construction plans

Tools

Backhoe

Loader

Job description

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RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Compensation

Pay range: $24-26/hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

The Equipment Operator’s primary function is to operate heavy equipment at the site of work to construct, repair and maintain the railroad track. Operators are also expected to assist in other duties around the job site as needed.This position is considered as a novice level.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Inspects, maintains, and operates maintenance equipment such as backhoes and loaders.
• Operates equipment to move, load, or unload material or perform other rail related maintenance tasks.
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• While operating equipment, communicate with others using verbal and non-verbal hand signals.
• Complies with Company Safety Program
• Keeps records of material and equipment usage and problems encountered.
• Performs equipment safety, maintenance, and brake checks.
• Fill out daily inspection report and turn into foreman on a daily basis.
• Complete job briefs throughout the day as necessary with other employees in/around machine and work area.
• Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Locates underground services, such as pipes and wires, prior to beginning work.
• Repairs and maintains equipment (including daily greasing), making emergency adjustments as necessary.
• Studies instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of one year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment.
• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works at construction sites
• Uses hands to handle and control materials, tools and vehicle controls
• Sits for long periods of time in a closed vehicle
• Uses repetitive motions
• Uses close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
• Moves or lifts heavy equipment and objects up to 50 pounds
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
• Exposed to loud noise

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.