Railroad Equipment Operator

Description

Transdev Rail, Inc.

Title : Equipment Operator (non-union)

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Date Created : August 21, 2024

Reports to (Title) : Supervisor of Track

Direct Reports : None

Indirect Reports : None

Union Position (Y / N) : NO

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Transdev is the largest private sector operator of multiple modes of passenger transit in North America, providing bus, rail, paratransit and shuttle services. We manage over 200 transportation contracts for cities, transit authorities and airports, providing safe, sustainable, and innovative mobility solutions. Our mission is to improve public transportation, to enhance quality of life and contribute to a more sustainable environment.

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 :

Install railroad track and reconstruct existing highway grade crossings along the South Florida Rail Corridor. Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, skid steers, excavators, tripp machines, spiker, spike puller, grapple trucks etc. and help maintain railroad equipment.

This is position is NOT covered by a collective bargaining agreement (non-union).

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).
• Rehab and install new railroad track.
• 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.

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