Machine Operator 1 - SPS

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator 1 for field-based work operating and maintaining railway maintenance and inspection equipment. You may work on Loram's on-track MOW equipment or on-track vehicles under supervision in operating and travel modes.

The role requires safety-first execution, routine inspections, and accurate reporting of parts, expenses, and field data, with documentation of daily activities and gauge/HMI knowledge.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused with ability to lead briefings during shifts and maintenance tasks.
• Conducts machine inspections and communicates conditions to leadership.
• Performs maintenance tasks according to schedules and policies.
• Accurately records parts used and completes field reports and expense reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety briefings during operations and maintenance shifts.
• Inspect machines to identify defects and hazards, report findings to supervisor.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs as directed.
• Document daily field reports, personal expenses, and lodging details as needed.

Skills

Safety focus

Machine operation

Maintenance knowledge

Documentation

Team communication

Tools

Gauge interpretation

HMI familiarity

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. 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