Rail Operator Martin Marietta

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Colorado; On-site; USD 37,057 - 50,144; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Fremont Economic Development Corporation is searching for a Rail Operator to join their logistics team. The role involves safe movement of freight trains, requiring strict compliance with safety regulations and efficiency in operations.

The ideal candidate will have prior railroad experience and must perform various physical tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of cargo transportation within our rail networks.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of direct Railroad experience as a Rail Operator.
• Valid State Driver’s License required.
• Inspection and maintenance procedures knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Direct safe ground-level switching and railcar operations.
• Coordinate spotting of heavy aggregate cars accurately.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations and MSHA standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

Effective communicator

Knowledge of machines and tools

Safety focused

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training or equivalent experience

Tools

Railroad equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Overview

The Rail Operator is a critical member of the Martin Marietta/Rock & Rail LLC logistics team, responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable movement of freight trains, aggregates, and materials within our quarry, plant, and yard rail networks. The Rail Operator oversees yard switching, railcar spotting, and tracking inventory compliance. This role requires strict adherence to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) guidelines, and Martin Marietta/ Rock & Rail LLC rigorous "Safety First" corporate culture. The objective is to facilitate seamless supply chain distribution while ensuring zero incidents in a highly demanding, safety-sensitive industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute safe ground-level switching, coupling, and uncoupling operations of railcars to facilitate efficient material loading and unloading.
• Manually align and operate track switches and derail devices, ensuring proper switch point alignment prior to authorizing train movements.
• Safely ride on the exterior ladders and grab irons of moving rail equipment for extended periods during pushing and shoving movements.
• Coordinate the exact spotting and staging of heavy aggregate cars at distribution yards, loading chutes, and under unloader mechanisms.
• Ensure 100% compliance with all train orders, signals, railroad operating rules, FRA regulations, and MSHA standards.
• Perform comprehensive physical inspections of railcars, air brake hoses, safety appliances, and couplings prior to train departure to detect defects.
• Conduct routine field repairs on railcars as needed, including replacing broken knuckle couplers and swapping out worn air brake hoses.
• Monitor track conditions for anomalies such as broken rails, debris, defective switches, or weather-related hazards to prevent derailments.
• Act as the primary ground communicator, utilizing clear and precise radio transmissions, hand signals, and lantern signals to direct train speed and distance.
• Review, interpret, and execute daily switch lists, bulletins, and work orders.
• Maintain accurate paper or digital records of railcar movements, mechanical defect reports, tracking manifests, and billing handoffs.
• Strictly enforce Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures when performing minor mechanical adjustments and assist in maintaining clean, debris-free rail paths.
• Correctly wear and maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including steel-toed boots, high-visibility vest, hard hat, and protective eyewear at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience.
• Vocational training or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Valid State Driver’s License.
• 1+ year of direct Railroad experience as a Rail Operator.
• Safety focused, comply with all railroad rules, regulations, and instructions.
• Knowledge of machines and tools; equipment maintenance.
• Inspection and maintenance procedures; preventative maintenance procedures.
• Detail oriented, time management, effective communicator (written and spoken).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 150 lbs. for maintenance and equipment servicing.
• Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach; maintain three points of contact when climbing on/off machinery or on ladders.
• Strong hand-eye-foot coordination essential for operating hand/foot controls; good depth perception up to 150 feet.
• Distinguish and interpret color signals and switch indicators.

Working Conditions

• All duties require outside assignments and periods of work in all weather conditions: cold, wet, dry, and dusty.
• Noise levels up to 85 dB.

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $26.90 - $36.40; exclusive of benefits or bonuses. The base compensation will be determined by factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• Health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and employer‑funded defined benefit pension plan.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs.
• Employee Assistance Plan; Direct Deposit Payroll.
• Matching Gift Program; New Auto Purchase Discount Plans.

EEO Statement

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Disclaimer

The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.