Machine Operator 1 - SPS

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator 1 to operate, maintain, and repair railway inspection equipment. This role involves both operational tasks and safety management.

Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical skills with at least 2 years of related experience. The position requires safety certifications and offers a pay range of $20.00 - $21.00 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations.
• 2+ years of experience in similar roles.
• Ability to maintain Railroad Certifications, CPR/First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain railway maintenance and inspection equipment.
• Conduct machine inspections and perform repairs as necessary.
• Lead safety briefings and follow safe work practices.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulic skills

Safety Awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy machinery

MS Windows

Job description

REF133O-15

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

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.

Additional Experience Requirements

Slots – 1+ year experience Heavy equipment operator (Backhoe, Excavator, or alike). Heavy Maintenance/ Construction equipment maintenance. Basic administration computer skills. Working knowledge of data systems and remote equipment operations cellar or tethered.

Aurora - Minimum of 1 year computer or technology background. 1 year of working knowledge working with MS Windows. Preferred radiation experience. Commercial Driver’s License or able to obtain a Class B.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and role-specific assessments. Components may include DOT Physical Exam, Regulated (DOT) DS/BAT, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), and Audiogram.
• Position requires successful completion of an eVerifile/eRailSafe background check as required by Loram’s railroad customers. Ongoing eligibility is subject to compliance with eRailSafe standards.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be conducted upon hire and annually thereafter in accordance with Loram’s Driving Policy.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Working Conditions

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

Compensation and Benefits

Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 - $21.00 per hour. The pay range for this position is between $41,600-$56,300.

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

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, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.