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Loco Operator/Floater
Job in
Fortson, Muscogee County, Georgia, 31808, USA
Listed on 2026-06-04
Listing for:
Foley Products Company
Per diem
position Listed on 2026-06-04
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Railroad, General Labor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Columbus Quarry, LLC seeking an experienced Loco Operator with heavy equipment operation experience. This position is responsible for handling train and rail movements to manage on-site shipping.
Role/Responsibilities:
* Safely operate locomotives and switch vehicles between tracks within the quarry's rail yard to support operations
* Position railcars for loading and unloading aggregate materials, coordinating with crusher or load operators
* Conduct pre-start and post-shift safety checks on locomotives, brakes, and railcars
* Respond appropriately to wayside signals, cab signals, and verbal or visual cues from ground personnel
* Perform basic troubleshooting, clean and lubricate equipment, and apply sand/water/fuel as needed
* Enforce mine safety standards (i.e. MSHA) and log daily reports regarding freight movement and any maintenance issues
* Operate heavy equipment in mining operations to include dozers, excavators, loaders, haul trucks, etc.
* Other duties as assigned
Experience and Skills:
Key Qualifications
* Prior experience operating locomotives, rail yard switching, or rail freight operations preferred
* Experience in an aggregates or quarry environment is a strong plus
* Ability to perform inspection, basic maintenance and safety checks on locomotives and rail yard equipment
* Strong communication skills, including radio/hand signal proficiency and ability to coordinate with others
* Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment; climbing on/off equipment, working outside in varying weather conditions, standing for long periods and moving about heavy equipment and rail operations
* Working knowledge of safety regulations applicable to quarry operations - i.e., MSHA
* Flexibility to work required shift schedule, overtime, occasional weekends or unscheduled assignments as quarry rail operations demand
* Must adhere to all safety protocols and use of required personal protective equipment
* Experience in operating mining heavy equipment to include dozers, excavators, loaders, haul trucks, etc.
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