Machine Operator SPS

Position: Machine Operator - 1 - SPS

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Job Title:

Machine Operator 1
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Department:
Operations

Reports to:

Assistant Manager, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent

General Description / Purpose

Machine Operator 1 (MO1) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing company railway maintenance and inspection equipment. The role can operate Loram’s on‑track MOW equipment and/or on‑track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. The positions may involve various types of equipment platforms, depending on business needs and demands.

Essential Job Functions Safety Focused

• Lead comprehensive job briefings during operation and maintenance shifts and while conducting maintenance tasks.
• Consistently follow safe work processes, procedures, and rules.
• Understand on‑track safety and explain specifics when asked.
• Locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation.

Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge

• Conduct machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards, communicate conditions to the operator or supervisor, and perform common repairs as instructed.
• Accurately record and report common parts used to the supervisor, including floor stock.
• Perform maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies.
• Accurately describe gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation.
• Document and complete daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging, and other administrative reporting as necessary.

Behavioral Competencies

• Safety Awareness
• Values Based
• Learning on the Fly
• Action Oriented
• Listening
• Personal Learning

Required Qualifications Experience

• External: 2+ years of technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations; 2+ years of ability to learn, communicate verbally and in writing, and adopt best practices.
• 1+ year experience as a heavy equipment operator (Backhoe, Excavator, or alike), heavy maintenance/construction equipment maintenance, basic administrative computer skills, and working knowledge of data systems and remote equipment operations.
• Internal: 3+ months experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment; some assignments require excavator experience. Meet all relevant pre-qualifications for this role.

Licenses/Certifications

Maintain Railroad Certifications, CPR/First Aid, valid Driver’s License.

Working Conditions

• 100% travel, including international, using any method of transportation.
• Apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention, and reasoning.
• Excellent communication skills for any social context.
• Physical capabilities: stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste, smell, see up close and at distance, use peripheral vision and depth perception.
• May tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive package: company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance;
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company-paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan with a 150% employer match on the first 6% of employee contribution;
Employee Assistance Program; behavioral health support; leaves of absence; tuition reimbursement; payroll charity contributions; adoption assistance; optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Compensation

Starting pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour. Loram determines compensation based on skills, competencies, education, and experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Seniorities

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Truck Transportation

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