On-Track Field Machine Operator – Travel Ready

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator 1 for a field-based role. You will operate, maintain, and repair on-track MOW equipment and vehicles with supervision across operating and travel modes.

Qualifications emphasize safety, machine inspection, and accurate reporting. The role requires compliance with pre-employment and safety standards and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and compliant with safety procedures.
• Ability to lead job briefings during operations and maintenance.
• Understanding on-track safety and emergency equipment.
• Ability to document and report daily field data and expenses.
• Experience with machine inspections, repairs, and maintenance scheduling.
• Familiarity with gauge and HMI concepts related to operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive job briefings during shifts and maintenance tasks.
• Follow safe work processes and site rules consistently.
• Explain on-track safety specifics when asked by team.
• Demonstrate location of emergency equipment and correct use.
• Inspect machines, identify issues, and report condition to supervisor.
• Record parts used and complete daily field reporting and related admin tasks.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Values Based

Learning on the Fly

Action Oriented

Listening

Personal Learning

Machine operations

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulic skills

Job description

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator 1 for a field-based role. You will operate, maintain, and repair on-track MOW equipment and vehicles with supervision across operating and travel modes.

Qualifications emphasize safety, machine inspection, and accurate reporting. The role requires compliance with pre-employment and safety standards and offers a comprehensive benefits package.