Railroad Maintenance Operator: Grow Your Career

Patriot Rail Transportation Company LLC; Silver Creek (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Training and tuition paid

Life and disability coverage (company‑

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

Patriot Rail Transportation Company LLC is seeking a Maintenance of Way Worker in Silver Creek, MS. You’ll learn the rail-related trades from the ground up, maintaining track infrastructure and supporting safe, reliable freight movement for communities and businesses across America.

Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and operational excellence, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience and build a lasting career in the railroad industry.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, cranes, or railroad maintenance equipment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to perform minor repairs and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read gauges, operating manuals, work orders, and safety instructions.
• Understanding of railroad track components and track maintenance practices preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• CDL Class A or ability to obtain one required.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain railroad Maintenance of Way equipment.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Read and follow work plans, job briefings, and operating instructions.
• Identify track defects, roadway hazards, and unsafe conditions and report findings to supervisors.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with FRA regulations, company standards, and engineering instructions.
• Work safely around moving equipment, railroad operations, and roadway workers.
• Coordinate with track laborers, foremen, and engineering supervisors to complete projects efficiently.
• Maintain accurate equipment inspection and maintenance records.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Reading gauges/manuals/work orders

Railroad track knowledge

Job description

Patriot Rail Transportation Company LLC is seeking a Maintenance of Way Worker in Silver Creek, MS. You’ll learn the rail-related trades from the ground up, maintaining track infrastructure and supporting safe, reliable freight movement for communities and businesses across America.

Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and operational excellence, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience and build a lasting career in the railroad industry.