Rail Maintenance Heavy Equipment Operator

RailWorks Corporation; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Performance incentives

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment at construction sites for railroad track projects. The role is described as novice level with responsibilities in moving, loading, and maintaining equipment while adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include inspecting machinery, coordinating with crew via hand signals, and completing daily inspection reports. Travel to various job sites is expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and adherence to

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment.
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation; able to travel.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and operates heavy equipment such as backhoes and loaders.
• Operates equipment to move, load, or unload material or perform rail maintenance tasks.
• Operates equipment safely following regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Communicates with crew using verbal and non‑verbal hand signals.
• Keeps records of material and equipment usage and problems encountered.
• Performs equipment safety, maintenance, and brake checks.
• Fills out daily inspection reports and submits to foreman.
• Completes job briefs with crew around machine and work area.
• Coordinates machine actions with other activities based on signals.
• Locates underground services prior to beginning work.
• Repairs and maintains equipment including daily greasing.
• Studies diagrams to establish work requirements.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Reading construction specs

Driver's license

Hand signals

Job description

RailWorks Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment at construction sites for railroad track projects. The role is described as novice level with responsibilities in moving, loading, and maintaining equipment while adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include inspecting machinery, coordinating with crew via hand signals, and completing daily inspection reports. Travel to various job sites is expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and adherence to