Railroad Equipment Operator

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Job Code: 3297 | Job Category:
Rail | Job Type: Full Time | Pay Group: FTB | Cost Center: 782.

Title:

Equipment Operator (non-union).

Reports to:

Supervisor of Track.

Location:

South Florida. The railroad maintenance division, Transdev Rail, Inc., maintains over 70 miles of track from Miami to Mangonia Park.

Install railroad track and reconstruct existing highway grade crossings along the South Florida Rail Corridor. Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, skid steers, excavators, trisp machines, spiker, spike puller, grapple trucks, etc., and help maintain railroad equipment.

• Operate various on and off-track equipment as required in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules, regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Rehab and install new railroad track.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform daily equipment inspections.
• Work around all types of moving equipment.
• Perform laborer duties as needed.
• Ability to pass railroad rules (GCOR) and RWP training.

• Prefer minimum two years’ experience operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, skid steers, front-end loader, or excavators.
• High School diploma/GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Prefer Class A CDL.
• Able to read, write and communicate in English.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test, background check, and physical exam.

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Able to walk, climb and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner.

Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries. We are committed to a drug‑free workplace and an inclusive environment.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.