Backhoe Operator

5 days ago


Houston, Texas, United States Watco Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference
Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs.

Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.

Here's What You Can Expect From Watco

  • Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
  • Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
  • Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
  • Career advancement opportunities

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Operation of a backhoe in the terminal.
  • Obtains instructions regarding discharge or loading plan.
  • Communicates verbally regarding discharge and loading operations with immediate supervisor.
  • The dashboard is equipped with running light buttons.
  • Must be able to turn head toward the rear when in reverse.
  • Must wear a seatbelt at all times.
  • Experience with the following equipment preferred: front-end loaders, excavators, and skid steers.

Required Safety Gear must be worn at all times to include

  • Safety vest, safety glasses, steeled-toe shoes, and hard hats must be worn on the terminal or in the yard.


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