Machine Operator 1 - SPS

Safety

• Conducts job briefings during operations and maintenance shifts.
• Follows safe work processes, procedures, and rules.
• Locates and demonstrates the correct operation of emergency equipment.

Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge

• Conducts machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards.
• Communicates conditions to operators or supervisors.
• Accurately records and reports common parts used to supervisor.
• Maintains and repairs equipment according to schedules and policies.
• Documents and completes daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging, and other administrative reporting.

Behavioral Competencies

• Values Safety Awareness.
• Learns on the Fly.
• Acts Oriented.
• Listens.
• Personal Learning Experience.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and machine operations.
• 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.
• Maintenance of Heavy Equipment Operator certifications (Backhoe, Excavator, or alike).
• Heavy Maintenance/Construction equipment maintenance.
• Basic administration computer skills.
• Working knowledge of data systems and remote equipment operations.
• Preferred Radiation experience.
• Commercial Driver’s License or able to obtain a Class B.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination and role-specific assessments.
• Components may include DOT Physical Exam, Regulated (DOT) DS/BAT, Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), and Audiogram.
• Successful completion of an eVerifile/eRailSafe background check as required by Loram’s railroad customers.
• Ongoing eligibility is subject to compliance with eRailSafe standards.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• A Motor Vehicle Record (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.

Working Conditions

• 100% travel, including international, using any method of transportation.
• Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention, and reasoning skills.
• Excellent communication skills used within any social context.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste, and smell.
• Use of up close, distance, color, and peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Tolerance for variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Compensation

• Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 - $21.00.
• 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.
• The pay range for this position is between $41,600-$56,300.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package with 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.
• Leaves of absence.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Payroll charity contributions.
• Adoption assistance.
• Optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.