Machine Operator 1 - Tie Marking

Machine Operator 1 - Tie Marking Department: Operations Reports to: Assistant Manager, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent General Description / Purpose Machine Operator 1 (MO1) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing company railway maintenance and inspection equipment. This position may operate Loram’s on‑track MOW equipment and/or on‑track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. You may be assigned to various types of equipment platforms depending on business needs and demands. Essential Job Functions Safety Focused Lead a comprehensive job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks. Consistently follow safe work processes, procedures and rules. Understand on‑track safety and explain specifics when asked. Locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation. Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge Conduct machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards; communicate conditions to the operator or supervisor; perform common repairs as instructed. Accurately record and report common parts used to supervisor, including floor stock. Perform maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies. Accurately describe gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation. Document and complete daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging, and other administrative reporting as necessary. Behavioral Competencies Safety Awareness Values Based Learning on the Fly Action Oriented Listening Personal Learning Required Qualifications Experience Internal: 3+ months experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment; some assignments require excavator experience. External: 2+ years demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations; 2+ years demonstrated ability to learn, communicate verbally and in writing, and learn best practices. Licenses/Certifications Maintain Railroad Certifications, CPR/First Aid, valid Driver’s License. Working Conditions 100% travel, including international. Apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning. Excellent communication skills used within any social context. Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell. Can see up close, at distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception. Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment. Benefits Company‑sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; tuition reimbursement; payroll charity contributions; adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization. Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 – $21.00. Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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