Rail Track Equipment Operator – Maintenance & Construction

Transdev; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Two weeks vacation

Sick days 5

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

Transdev Rail, Inc. is seeking a Railroad Track Equipment Operator to support maintenance, track construction, and grade crossing projects across South Florida, including Miami. You will operate on-track and off-track heavy equipment and ensure adherence to FRA rules and company policies.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and experience with heavy equipment. The role is full-time, on-site in South Florida, with comprehensive benefits and a competitive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment in a construction or maintenance environment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate railroad on-track and off-track equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, skid steers, front-end loaders, grapple trucks, tampers, stabilizers, tripp machines, spike pullers, spikers, and other railroad maintenance and construction equipment.
• Install, rehabilitate, and maintain railroad track infrastructure.
• Reconstruct and maintain highway-rail grade crossings.
• Perform routine maintenance‑of‑way activities.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and identify mechanical issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and report maintenance needs.
• Work safely around moving trains, vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• Perform general labor duties as required to support railroad construction and maintenance projects.
• Maintain compliance with all railroad operating rules, safety regulations, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements, and company policies.
• Successfully complete and maintain qualifications for GCOR (General Code of Operating Rules) and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) training.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Railroad experience

Safety compliance

GCOR training

CDL

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Transdev Rail, Inc. is seeking a Railroad Track Equipment Operator to support maintenance, track construction, and grade crossing projects across South Florida, including Miami. You will operate on-track and off-track heavy equipment and ensure adherence to FRA rules and company policies.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and experience with heavy equipment. The role is full-time, on-site in South Florida, with comprehensive benefits and a competitive