Machine Operator 1, TSO

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; Hamel (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator 1 based in Hamel, Minnesota. This field-based position involves operating, maintaining, and repairing railway maintenance equipment. The role demands a strong safety focus and the ability to conduct inspections, perform common repairs, and document activities accurately.

Ideal candidates should demonstrate the ability to comply with safety processes while operating various types of machinery. Candidates must be prepared for a physically demanding role with responsibilities that include maintenance tasks in a field environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safe work processes and procedures.
• Experience in machine inspections and common repairs.
• Proficient in documenting and reporting field activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct machine inspections and communicate issues.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Document daily field reporting and administrative tasks.

Skills

Safety awareness

Machine operation

Technical knowledge

Job description

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