Railroad Flagging & Heavy Equipment Operator

Railroad Utility Worker/Flagman

Transdev in Miami, FL is hiring a Railroad Utility Worker/Flagman. This position will primarily operate heavy rail equipment on and off the tracks and provide flagging. The role will also provide support in maintenance and construction areas. This is a non-union position.

• Minimum $25.00 per hour ($52,000/year) – Maximum $30.00 per hour ($62,400/year)

• Vacation: two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 11 days; 7 standard (fixed) and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability.

• Must comply with all SFRTA and Transdev rules and policies for safety and operations, and Federal Railroad Administration requirements.
• Operate specialized heavy equipment on track.
• Perform routine mechanical maintenance to equipment.
• Operate equipment on track and drive equipment onto truck trailers.
• Provide warnings and direct or restrict the movement of trains past a point of track to provide on‑track safety for railroad workers and contractors on controlled and non‑controlled track.
• Regulate occupancy and/or access by contractors within fouling distance of track at particular work sites in accordance with agency policies and procedures, FRA rules and regulations and roadway worker safety procedures.
• Communicate with radio or cell to agency dispatchers.
• Control all on‑track movements of construction equipment.
• Document and complete daily reports of flagging and construction.
• May be called upon to perform tasks associated with any MOW work assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Track or his designee.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prefer some equipment operations training.
• Class A CDL required.

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant flagging or railroad operating experience is preferred.
• Previous heavy equipment operating experience, preferably railroad experience.
• Knowledge of safe, efficient use of equipment and tools to perform construction and maintenance tasks.
• Required to have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to work independently is required.
• Local travel required.
• Reliable transportation required.
• FRA 213 Track Inspection Training preferred.
• Promotes and maintains a safe working environment.

• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions; walk on uneven surfaces sometimes at great distances; safety‑sensitive work environment.
• Frequently climb on/off equipment and climb ladders.
• Use hands to perform activities involving grasping, turning, holding and pulling.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise, work around heavy/moving machinery, bend, walk, stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Available to work a 40‑hour work week subject to overtime, on‑call and alternate shifts that may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact

Transdev maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship and successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

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 other legally protected status.

Job Category:
Rail | Job Type: Full Time | Req  | Pay Group: FTB | Cost Center: 782