Machine Operator SPS

Position: Machine Operator - 1 - SPS
Location: Corydon

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE

Machine Operator 1 (MO1) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing company railway maintenance and inspection equipment. This position can operate Loram’s on track MOW equipment and/or on track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. In this role you may be assigned to various types of equipment platforms dependent on business needs and demands.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Safety Focused

• Ability to lead a comprehensive and appropriate job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks.
• Consistently follows safe work processes, procedures and rules.
• Understands on track safety and can explain specifics when asked.
• Able to locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation.

Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge

• Conducts machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards and communicates conditions to the operator or supervisor and performs common repairs as instructed. Provides accurate feedback that allows machine leadership to make maintenance decisions.
• Accurately records and reports common parts used to supervisor, including floor stock.
• Performs maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies.
• Accurately describes gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation.
• Demonstrates the ability to 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:

• 2+ Years of demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations.
• 2+ Years of demonstrated ability to learn, communicate verbally and in writing, and adopt best practices.
• 1+ year experience as Heavy equipment operator (Backhoe, Excavator, or alike) and Heavy Maintenance/Construction equipment maintenance.
• Basic administration computer skills and working knowledge of data systems and remote equipment operations.
• 3+ Months Experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment;
  Some assignments require Excavator experience.

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

Working Conditions: 100% travel, including international, using any method of transportation;
Requires high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning;
Excellent communication skills;
Physical demands including standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, hearing, seeing, and tolerating variable and sometimes extreme conditions.

BENEFITS

Benefits include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance;
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 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 employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

COMPENSATION

Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 - $21.00. Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

Rev:
May 2025

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.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Truck Transportation

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