Track Equipment Operator; External

Position: Track Equipment Operator (External)

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Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both:
1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and
2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast‑paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off and the CalPERS retirement program.

Job Summary

Reports To:

Section Manager of Track Maintenance.

Pay Rate

SEIU Salary Grade 301

Step 76 (Minimum) $41.88/hour – Step 99 (Maximum) $54.75/hour
External candidates will start at Step 76.Last updated 01/01/2026:
Step 76 (Minimum) $42.7188/hour – Step 99 (Maximum) $55.8416/hour
External candidates will start at Step 76. Current Assignment

This position is ideal for individuals who take pride in hands‑on work
, enjoy operating heavy equipment, and want to build a stable, long‑term career maintaining one of the nation's most visible public transit systems. The Track Equipment Operator works as part of a highly skilled Track Maintenance team responsible for construction, renewal, inspection and repair of BART’s rail infrastructure throughout the system.

Key Responsibilities

Operating and transporting high‑rail vehicles, trucks, cranes and specialized maintenance equipment; supporting track crews with the removal and replacement of rails, ties, fastenings, switches, turnouts; maintaining clean and safe work sites; and identifying potential equipment issues requiring maintenance or repair. Successful candidates will bring a strong mechanical aptitude, commitment to safety and flexibility to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays and on‑call assignments.

Required

Competencies

• Safe and efficient operation of heavy construction or maintenance equipment
• Knowledge of track maintenance principles, rail safety practices and roadway worker protection
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify equipment defects or irregularities
• Compliance with safety rules, procedures and regulatory requirements
• Effective communication and teamwork in a safety‑sensitive crew‑based environment
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making under time‑sensitive conditions
• Dependability, adaptability and willingness to work non‑standard schedules

Selection Process

This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. All SEIU members must follow the "Bid Form Process"; failure to comply will invalidate an employee’s application. The selection process will include a screening for the minimum qualifications listed in this posting and may also involve a skills/performance test, written exam and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first.

Application

Process

All full‑time SEIU District employees must submit a "Bid Form" and deposit it in the bid box. External applicants may only apply online t.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may call (510) 464‑6112. The Employment Office will screen Bid Form applications and resumes against the minimum qualifications before forwarding qualified candidates to the hiring department. Online applicants are invited to attach a resume to the application form, but the resume cannot replace the application form itself.

Examples

of Duties

• Operates varied high‑rail vehicles used to transport equipment, supplies and employees to various work sites.
• Operates specialized rail settings, maneuvering repair equipment and common heavy on‑and‑off‑road equipment including trucks and cranes to support the work of track maintenance crews.
• Assists track maintenance crews in removing and replacing track fastenings, ties, joints, switches, turnouts and rails.
• Cleans and clears debris, weeds, shrubbery, dead animals and other obstructions from tracks and associated wayside; uses appropriate hand or power equipment.
• Reads diagrams and specifications to determine appropriate measurements.
• Cleans up work site after completion of assigned work; maintains tools, vehicles and equipment in a clean and…