Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

1 week ago

Fort Wayne, IN, United States Genesee & Wyoming Full time

Description

SUMMARY:

The person in this position works as a crew member to maintain, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballast. This position uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment. The position starts as a track maintainer, with an opportunity to qualify as a machine operator.

CDL-A highly preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand toolsRemove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and materialUse various types of tools and equipment, including tampers, regulators, backhoes, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic toolsPerform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipmentComplete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as requiredBe familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industryAbility to update rules and manuals to assure continuous compliance with all federal regulationsAdhere to and promote safe work practices as determined by the railroadManage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Ability to complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as requiredWorking knowledge of and familiarity with equipment such as tampers, regulators, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic toolsAbility to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipmentAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulationExcellent oral and written communication skillsExperience with heavy hand tools, and previous work in an outside environment preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience a plusValid driver’s license requiredCommercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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