Track Maintenance Heavy Equipment Operator

Bay Area Rapid Transit; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Rapid Transit seeks Track-Equipment Operators to maintain and repair rail infrastructure across the system. You will operate high-rail and heavy equipment, support track crews, and transport gear to job sites while adhering to strict safety rules.

Ideal candidates have a year of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain necessary licenses within stated timeframes. The role requires flexibility for non-standard schedules, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have strong safety awareness and ability to work in a safety-sensitive crew.
• Experience with track maintenance procedures and equipment is preferred.
• Ability to identify equipment defects and perform basic maintenance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-rail vehicles and heavy equipment to support track maintenance crews.
• Transport equipment to and from work sites and assist with installing rails, ties, switches, and fastenings.
• Maintain clean and safe work sites; report maintenance needs to Foreworker.
• Read diagrams and specifications to determine measurements; follow safety rules.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Track maintenance

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Situational awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cranes

High-rail vehicles

Job description

Bay Area Rapid Transit seeks Track-Equipment Operators to maintain and repair rail infrastructure across the system. You will operate high-rail and heavy equipment, support track crews, and transport gear to job sites while adhering to strict safety rules.

Ideal candidates have a year of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain necessary licenses within stated timeframes. The role requires flexibility for non-standard schedules, including nights and weekends.