Rail Tamper Operator - Precision Track Maintenance Pro

RailWorks Corporation; Stockton (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation in Stockton, CA is seeking a skilled Tamper/Heavy Equipment Operator to perform maintenance and construction work on railroad tracks. You will operate tamping machines and related equipment to compact ballast according to grade specifications, while maintaining safety and efficiency.

This role requires at least 3 years of trackside heavy equipment experience, a valid CDL and TWIC, and the ability to read construction plans and safety rules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment in railroad construction.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License with clean driving record; TWIC card required or able to obtain.
• Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems; ability to read construction specs and safety rules.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools and hydraulic equipment; willingness to train others.

Responsibilities

• Operates tamping machines to compact ballast on railroad tracks according to grade specifications.
• Inspects and maintains trucks and attached apparatuses such as hi-rail gear and tools.
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner per regulations and procedures.
• Performs equipment safety and maintenance checks and makes emergency adjustments as needed.
• Identifies hazards and obstructions and takes appropriate action to avoid them.
• Reads instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements.
• Drives machines onto trailers and unloads them from trailers.
• Maintains records of material and equipment usage and issues encountered.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Tools

Canron Mark III/IV

Jackson 6700

System 5 software

Job description

RailWorks Corporation in Stockton, CA is seeking a skilled Tamper/Heavy Equipment Operator to perform maintenance and construction work on railroad tracks. You will operate tamping machines and related equipment to compact ballast according to grade specifications, while maintaining safety and efficiency.

This role requires at least 3 years of trackside heavy equipment experience, a valid CDL and TWIC, and the ability to read construction plans and safety rules.