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Title:  Equipment Operator

Job Code:

Date Created: August 21, 2024

Reports to (Title):  Supervisor of Track

Direct Reports: None

Indirect Reports: None

Union Position (Y/N):   Yes

EOE Code:

Transdev North America is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, providing bus, rail, paratransit, shuttle, sedan and taxi services. We manage over 200 transportation contracts for cities, transit authorities and airports, providing safe and sustainable mobility solutions. Our mission is to improve public transportation, to enhance quality of life and combat global warming. https://www.transdevna.com

Our railroad maintenance division, Transdev Rail, Inc, provides an integrated suite of railroad maintenance, project oversight, and construction services.  This position is in south Florida, where Transdev Rail, Inc. employs a workforce of approximately 80 employees to maintain over 70 miles of track, bridges and structures, facilities and the right of way from Miami to Mangonia Park.

Overview of Position:

Equipment Operator will run, operate and help maintain railroad equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate various on and off-track equipment as required in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and performs daily equipment inspections.
• Work around all types of moving equipment.
• Perform laborer duties as needed.
• Ability to pass railroad rules (GCOR) and RWP training.

Experience Required:

• Prefer minimum two years’ experience operating heavy railroad equipment such as bulldozer, backhoe, excavator, grapple truck or other large equipment on railroad maintenance and/or railroad construction projects.
• Working knowledge of familiar with various type of tools and equipment.
• High School diploma/GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Prefer Class A CDL.
• Able to read, write and communicate the English language.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test, background check and physical exam.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Able to climb up and down ladders, stoop, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, and walk on an uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.  Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
 
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. 
Drug-free workplace
 
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
 
California applicants:  Please review here: https://transdevna.com/california-employee-privacy-policy for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
 

Approved by (Author) Edward Reardon – Transdev Rail, Inc.