Machine Operator 1 - SPS

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 41,600 - 56,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator 1 in Conway, Arkansas. This field-based role involves operating and maintaining railway maintenance equipment, conducting inspections, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have 2+ years of related technical experience and a valid driver’s license.

Competitive benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k) with employer match. The pay range for this position is between $41,600 and $56,300.

Qualifications

• 3+ months experience with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment.
• 2+ years demonstrated technical skills in machine operations.
• Maintain Railroad Certifications and valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair railway maintenance equipment.
• Conduct machine inspections and document reporting.
• Follow safety processes and complete pre-employment requirements.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulic skills

Job description

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. The position can operate Loram’s on‑track MOW equipment and/or on‑track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. The role may be assigned to various types of equipment platforms depending on business needs and demands.

Essential Job Functions

Safety Focused

• Lead a comprehensive and appropriate job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks.
• Consistently follow safe work processes, procedures and rules.
• Understand on‑track safety and explain specifics when asked.
• Locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation.

Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge

• Conduct machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards, communicate conditions to the operator or supervisor, and perform common repairs as instructed. Provide accurate feedback that allows machine leadership to make maintenance decisions.
• Accurately record and report common parts used to supervisor, including floor stock.
• Perform maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies.
• Accurately describe gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation.
• 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

Internal: 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. External: 2+ years demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations. 2+ years demonstrated ability to learn, communicate verbally and in writing and learn best practices.

Licenses / Certifications

Maintain Railroad Certifications, CPR/First Aid, valid Driver’s License.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre‑employment physical examination and role‑specific assessments (DOT Physical Exam, Regulated (DOT) DS/BAT, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), and Audiogram).
• Background check per Loram’s railroad customers (eVerifile/eRailSafe).
• Valid driver’s license and periodic MVR check.
• Pass pre‑employment drug and alcohol test.

Working Conditions

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

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.

Benefits

Comprehensive package with company‑sponsored medical, dental, vision, HSA & FSA options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D; voluntary life; company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) with employer match of 150% up to first 6%; EAP; behavioral health support; leaves of absence; tuition reimbursement; payroll charity contributions; adoption assistance; optional legal, critical illness, hospitalization plans.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is between $41,600 and $56,300.