Entry-Level Rail Equipment Operator

RailWorks Corporation; Chehalis (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

RailWorks in Chehalis, WA is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment at the job site to construct, repair and maintain railroad tracks. This is a novice level position with room to grow with experience.

You will inspect and operate equipment such as backhoes and loaders, move materials, and perform rail maintenance while following safety policies. A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience operating heavy equipment in construction.
• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willing to travel.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and operates maintenance equipment such as backhoes and loaders.
• Operates equipment to move, load, or unload material and perform rail maintenance tasks.
• Operates equipment safely and in compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Keeps records of material and equipment usage.
• Completes daily inspection reports.
• Coordinates machine actions with crew signals.
• Locates underground services prior to work.
• Repairs and maintains equipment and performs daily greasing.
• Studies plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Driver's license

Safety procedures

Reading construction specs

Reading safety documents

Job description

RailWorks in Chehalis, WA is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment at the job site to construct, repair and maintain railroad tracks. This is a novice level position with room to grow with experience.

You will inspect and operate equipment such as backhoes and loaders, move materials, and perform rail maintenance while following safety policies. A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel are required.