Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL - Class A, drive Manual

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Construction

Description

Mass Coastal Railroad is looking for a Heavy Equipment Machine Operator. Experience required; experience with railroad equipment preferred; CDL
- Class A license preferred,and abilityto drive manual. Our Operators carefully and safely operate trucks and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, Boom Truck, back hoes, skid steers, front-end loaders with forks, and excavators. Additional operation of railroad equipment (tie inserter, regulator, etc.) will be required; on-the-job training for railroad equipment will be provided. When not operating; this person may be expected to assist as a Railroad Track Laborer;

which is a pysically demanding job.

Pay Range: $28-35/hour;
Commensurate with experience and licensure;
Competitive pay and Benefits

Location:

Mass Coastal Railroad operates in southeastern MA. See Map for details:

Hours:

Full-time, mainly Monday thru Friday, but some weekends; eligible for overtime

Primary Activities and Responsibilities:

• Operate trucks and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, back hoes, skid steers, front-end loaders with forks, and excavators, and railroad equipment (tie inserter, regulator, etc.); on-the-job training will be provided.
• Work around all types of moving equipment.
• Perform manual labor as required.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, NORAC, Employee Handbook, procedures, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Perform routine preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Assist with the troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions.
• Assist with the development of improved and new field methods and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• CDL (Class
  
  A) required. Must be able to drive manual.
• Hoisting and/or Excavatinglicense required (or ability toobtain)
• 2 years’ experience safely operating heavy equipment such as, skid steers, front-end loaders, excavators, etc.
• High School diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License

Basic Competencies

• Strong comprehension of communication (Understand oral and written English communications-both general and technical; and be able to provide clear instructions to others)
• Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Ability to follow the rules of the Railroad - NORAC
• Basic math
• Mechanical aptitude

Physical Requirements

• Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer’s weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.
• Heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis.
• Perform work activities that require the ability to stand, stoop, bend, crouch, balance, climb, stretch, lift, carry, push, pull, and crawl.
• Perform work activities that require the use of hands simultaneously while using fine eye-hand coordination to make fine adjustments to parts, instrument settings, controls, etc.
• Exposure to equipment that may intensify the heat factor on an occasional basis.
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection.

Employment Conditions

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
• Must be available on an on-call basis for emergency trouble call response.
• Must be able to work a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work.
• Must wear protective equipment including, but not limited to, high-visibility apparel, hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, safety glasses, etc.
• Must complete trainings and pass examinations.
• Must pass all required assessments.
• Must pass a pre-employment medical examination, including a drug screen, as well as random and for-cause testing for drugs and/or alcohol during employment.
• Must pass a pre-employment background screening.

Environment Conditions

Work outside in all weather conditions in confined spaces and/or elevated heights and on level or uneven surfaces.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Earned Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

All positions require pre-employment background check verification, a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen with random and for-cause screenings after employment begins. Marijuana/CBD usage, notwithstanding any statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use will disqualify you for hire and/or for continued employment.

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