Machine Operator 1

• Operate, maintain, and repair company railway maintenance and inspection equipment
• Operate Loram on-track MOW equipment and/or on-track vehicles under supervision in operating and travel modes
• Work on various equipment platforms according to business needs
• Lead comprehensive job briefings during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and maintenance tasks
• Follow safe work processes, procedures, and rules
• Explain on-track safety specifics
• Locate emergency equipment and demonstrate its correct operation
• Conduct machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards
• Communicate equipment conditions to operators or supervisors
• Perform common repairs as instructed
• Provide accurate feedback to support maintenance decisions
• Record and report common parts used, including floor stock
• Perform maintenance and repairs according to schedules and policies
• Describe gauge and HMI functions related to machine operation
• Complete daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging reporting, and other administrative reports

• Internal candidates: 3+ months’ experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment
• External candidates: 2+ years demonstrating technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and machine operations
• External candidates: 2+ years demonstrating ability to learn, communicate verbally and in writing, and learn best practices
• Meet all relevant or applicable pre-qualifications in the general description and Loram’s career development matrix
• Maintain railroad certifications
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Valid driver’s license
• 1+ year experience as a heavy equipment operator, such as backhoe or excavator
• Heavy maintenance/construction equipment maintenance experience
• Basic computer administration skills
• Working knowledge of data systems and remote equipment operations, cellular or tethered
• Aurora: minimum 1 year computer or technology background
• 1 year working knowledge of MS Windows
• Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain a Class B
• Ability to travel 100%, including internationally
• Ability to meet physical demands including standing, sitting, walking, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, hearing, tasting, smelling, and visual requirements
• Ability to tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions in railroad environments

• 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% contributed
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Behavioral health support
• Leaves of absence
• Tuition reimbursement
• Payroll charity contributions
• Adoption assistance
• Optional legal, critical illness, and hospitalization plans
• Potential annual bonus eligibility
• Paid time off may be available