Railroad Construction Heavy Equipment Operator

Pay:

• $24.00 - $28.00 per hour Job description: Are you ready to make an impact?
• STX Corporation, a 40-year family owned and operated Railroad Services company based in Georgia, is looking for skilled Equipment Operators to help drive the success of our railroad construction projects.
• In this role, you’ll play a critical part in maintaining the safety and efficiency of our job sites while utilizing your expertise to operate heavy equipment. ** Why STX? ** - Competitive pay and benefits - Opportunity for career growth and development - Work with a dynamic team committed to excellence and safety ** Requirements ** - Proven experience in equipment operation - Ability to travel - Knowledge of safety protocols in construction environments - Strong work ethic and reliability Experience & Education Minimum of 3 years of operating construction equipment, including front-end loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and excavators.
• Completion of training in heavy equipment operation or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements.
• Proficient with computers and smartphones.
• Other Qualifications CDL license is a plus but not required.
• Clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel to other jobsites, with overnight stays as required.
• Must be able to travel 2-4 weeks at a time.
• Comfortable working in outdoor conditions, including inclement weather.
• Must be drug-free and able to pass pre-employment and random DOT/FRA tests.
• Employee Benefits Per Diem for overnight stays.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Accident, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance offered.
• Company-provided Group Life coverage. 401(k) retirement plan.
• Responsibilities Operate heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, skid steers, and front-end loaders on railroad construction sites.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
• Adhere to OSHA, MSHA, and FRA safety guidelines to maintain a secure work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on schedule.
• Utilize mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Drive commercial vehicles to transport equipment and materials as needed.
• This position will be needed to complete a local project.
• Once the project is complete, we can decide what the next steps are for the right candidate.

Which means:

• if you want a full-time offer following this project, you will need to be safety oriented, be ready for work every day as assigned, and work as a team while professionally representing STX.

Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding career in the Railroad Construction Industry! Job Type:

• Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Experience: Heavy equipment operation: 3 years (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) CDL (Required) Work Location: In person Powered by JazzHR