Heavy Equipment Operator I​/II ( DOE

DEFINITION

Under the direction of the Maintenance of Way Supervisor this position performs maintenance activities within the railroad right-of-way enabling safe and efficient movement of trains along the San Diego and Escondido Subdivisions. This is a bargained position represented by the Southwest Mountain States Regional Council of Carpenters (Carpenters) Union.

This position involves the safe and efficient operation of various types of construction equipment including but not limited to loaders, backhoes, skid steers, excavators, truck cranes, bulldozers, haul trucks, water trucks, railroad track equipment, on track equipment tampers, regulators, track stabilizers, tie cranes, tie inserters, spike pullers, spike drivers, and speed swings as well as other equipment. When not operating equipment, incumbents also perform physical labor in the maintenance, repair, and modification of tracks system wide.

This class is distinguished from the Track Maintainer that the Heavy Equipment Operator I performs physical labor incidental to the primary function of equipment operation.

This position is designated as Safety-Sensitive in accordance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and will participate in a random testing pool under those guidelines.

This position reports to the Maintenance of Way Supervisor and has no direct supervisory responsibility. This position is expected to participate in the sharing of expert knowledge and as a vital member of the maintenance of way team.

Normal working conditions for this position are in an operational field setting. Individuals in this position must be able to work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries, wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety-toe boots, safety glasses and other Personal Protective Equipment items as assigned by NCTD.

The railroad operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position may be subject to shift changes and overtime. They must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Work may include exposure to inclement weather conditions.

Business travel may be required periodically between District sites, governmental agencies, consultants’ facilities, and other locations as required.

• Safely and effectively operate various types of equipment such as loaders, backhoes, skid steers, excavators, truck cranes, bulldozers, haul trucks, water trucks, railroad track equipment, on track equipment tampers, regulators, track stabilizers, tie cranes, tie inserters, spike pullers, spike drivers, and speed swings.
• Inspects and maintains trucks and equipment daily including but not limited to any attached apparatuses such as boom, hi-rail gear, tools, etc.
• Perform inspection, maintenance, and repair on related equipment used in Maintenance of Way activities, as necessary.
• Follow proper safety and housekeeping procedures pertaining to the job and employees under management.
• Operates equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Performs daily equipment safety and maintenance checks, making emergency adjustments as necessary, in accordance with regulatory requirements and NCTD policies, and documentation per daily inspection and repairs reports as requested by company management.
• Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects, this includes Underground Service Alert (USA) mark outs.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs in the field and/or the shop.
• Communicates with direct supervisor on daily production, safety issues, and mechanical repairs.
• Drives machines onto truck trailers.
• Identifies and reports material and equipment usage and problems.
• Identifies parts/material needs and process requests in accordance with NCTD policy and procedures.
• Repair and rebuild railroad track using hand tools and specialized equipment. Specific duties will include tasks such as removing, and…