Track Equipment Operator (External)

About the role

BART is seeking individuals who enjoy challenging work, operate heavy equipment, and contribute to the safety and reliability of the Bay Area's public transit system.

Responsibilities

• Operate and transport high-rail vehicles and specialized maintenance equipment.
• Support track crews with the removal and replacement of rails, ties, fastenings, switches, and turnouts.
• Clean and clear debris from tracks and associated wayside areas.
• Maintain clean and safe work sites and report needed maintenance or repairs.
• Read diagrams and specifications to determine appropriate measurements.
• Work independently and as part of a crew in time-sensitive conditions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of full-time equivalent track maintenance experience, including operation of heavy construction equipment.
• Class A driver's license within 60 days of employment.
• Physical capability to work in confined spaces, heights, and noisy environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain District certification to operate heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Commitment to safety.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.

Skills

• Safe and efficient operation of heavy construction or maintenance equipment.
• Track maintenance principles, rail safety practices, and roadway worker protection.
• Identify and address equipment issues requiring maintenance or repair.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a safety-sensitive crew-based environment.
• Problem-solving and decision-making under time-sensitive conditions.
• Dependability and adaptability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $42.72/hour - $55.84/hour (SEIU Salary Grade 301 Step 76 - Step 99).
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Paid time off.
• The CalPERS retirement program.

Pay

SEIU Salary Grade 301 Step 76 (Minimum) $42.72/hour - Step 99 (Maximum) $55.84/hour. External candidates will start at Step 76.

Schedule

This position involves working as part of a highly skilled Track Maintenance team responsible for construction, renewal, inspection, and repair of BART's rail infrastructure throughout the system. Work is performed in dynamic environments, often during non-revenue hours, requiring strict adherence to safety rules, roadway worker protection requirements, and regulatory standards.