Machine Operator , TSO

REF
131L-46

Job Title: Machine Operator 1

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Reports To: Assistant Manager, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent

Machine Operator 1 (MO1) is a field‑based position responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing company railway maintenance and inspection equipment. The role may involve operating Loram’s on‑track MOW equipment and/or on‑track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. MO1 assignments vary with business needs and demands.

• Lead a comprehensive and appropriate 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.

• Conduct machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards; communicate conditions to operator or supervisor and perform common repairs as instructed. Provide accurate feedback to allow machine leadership to make maintenance decisions.
• 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.

• Safety Awareness
• Values Based
• Learning on the Fly
• Action Oriented
• Listening
• Personal Learning

Internal: 3+ months experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment; some assignments require excavator experience. Meet all relevant or applicable pre‑qualifications as noted in the general description for this role and Loram’s career development matrix.

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.

Maintain railroad certifications, CPR/First Aid, valid driver’s license.

1+ year experience as heavy equipment operator (Backhoe, Excavator, or alike). Heavy maintenance/construction equipment maintenance. Basic administration computer skills. Working knowledge of data systems and remote equipment operations (cellar or tethered).

Minimum of 1 year computer or technology background and 1 year of working knowledge with MS Windows. Preferred radiation experience. Commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain a Class B.

• Successful completion of a pre‑employment physical examination and role‑specific assessments (DOT Physical Exam, Regulated (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). HPE, Audiogram).
• Successful completion of an eVerifile/eRailSafe background check as required by Loram’s railroad customers.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; MVR check will be conducted upon hire and annually thereafter in accordance with Loram’s Driving Policy.
• Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test.

• 100% travel, including international, using any method of transportation.
• Apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention, and reasoning.
• Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
• Physical capabilities: stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste, smell, see up close and at distance, use peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 – $21.00.