Machine Operator 1 - SPS

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; McAllen (TX); 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 in McAllen, Texas. This role involves operating and maintaining railway maintenance equipment. Candidates should have experience in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic skills.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 6%. The compensation ranges from $41,600 to $56,300 annually, with additional training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ months experience with Loram equipment in a 24/7 environment.
• 2+ years of technical skills in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic.
• Maintain railroad certifications, CPR/First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair railway maintenance equipment.
• Conduct machine inspections and report defects.
• Document field and administrative reports.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulic skills

Machine operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment

Computer skills

Job description

REF133O-48

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 operator 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.
• Demonstrate 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 of demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations; 2+ years of 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.

Slots

1+ year experience as 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

• Successful completion of a pre‑employment physical examination and role‑specific assessments, including DOT physical exam, Regulated (DOT) DS/BAT, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE) and audiogram.
• 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

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 have 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.

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.

Benefits

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.

Compensation

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

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