Railroad Backhoe Operator I - On-Track & Training

North American Rail Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive pay

paid time off

holiday pay

401k

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

Job summary

American Track is seeking a backhoe operator in Houston, TX to perform earthwork and operate on-track machines on railroad construction and maintenance projects. You will work with Tamper and Ballast Regulator equipment and receive training on specialty railroad machinery.

The position requires 1+ years of backhoe experience in railroad settings, a safety-first mindset, and willingness to perform routine maintenance and participate in crew coordination. Weekend or travel work may be required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience operating a backhoe with experience in a railroad construction environment preferred.
• Maintenance knowledge: pre-start checks and daily maintenance including lubrication and documentation.
• Ability to lead a crew and coordinate with team members on signals and actions.

Responsibilities

• Operate all machinery in a safe manner
• Sets up heavy construction equipment
• Proper pre-start and daily maintenance including lubrication and required documentation
• Keep equipment clean and well-maintained (perform required maintenance)
• Operates equipment to grade or redistribute earth
• Operates equipment to move, load or unload material
• Installs equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
• Signals directions or warnings to coworkers
• Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads based on signals
• Locates underground services prior to starting work
• Studies instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements
• Grade plan requirements and set grade standards
• Demonstrate the ability to lead a crew and delegate work
• Understand production and quantity requirements
• Make decisions based on verifiable standards
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts
• Assist crews with necessary labor on an as-needed basis
• Train others on the machine

Skills

Backhoe operation

Railroad machinery operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Tamper machine

Ballast Regulator

On-track machinery

Job description

American Track is seeking a backhoe operator in Houston, TX to perform earthwork and operate on-track machines on railroad construction and maintenance projects. You will work with Tamper and Ballast Regulator equipment and receive training on specialty railroad machinery.

The position requires 1+ years of backhoe experience in railroad settings, a safety-first mindset, and willingness to perform routine maintenance and participate in crew coordination. Weekend or travel work may be required.