Machine Operator - 1 - TSO

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway maintenance company is seeking a Machine Operator 1 to operate, maintain, and repair railway maintenance and inspection equipment across various platforms. This position requires technical skills in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, along with the ability to effectively communicate and document daily activities. The role involves 100% travel, including international destinations, and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Starting pay is between $20.00 - $21.00 per hour.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3+ months of experience with Loram equipment in a 24/7 environment.
• 2+ years of demonstrated mechanical, electrical, and machine operations skills.
• Ability to learn and communicate best practices effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair railway maintenance and inspection equipment.
• Conduct machine inspections and communicate any issues to supervisors.
• Document daily operations and maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulic skills

Communication skills

Education

Possession of Railroad Certifications

CPR/First Aid Certification

Valid Driver's License

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) 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

Required Qualifications

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

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, at 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.

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. Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 - $21.00.

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Rev: May 2025

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Truck Transportation