Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Maintenance

Heavy Equipment Operator – Railroad Maintenance

Location: Miami/Medley, Florida
Pay: $22.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience
Job Type: Full-time

Put Your Equipment Experience to Work on the Railroad

Road & Rail Services is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our railroad maintenance team in the Miami/Medley area.

In this position, you will operate construction and rail-related equipment while helping crews repair and maintain railroad tracks. Candidates with maintenance-of-way experience are encouraged to apply, but previous railroad experience is not required. If you have a strong background operating heavy equipment in construction, civil, or industrial environments, we can provide training for the rail-specific portions of the job.

This is an outdoor, physically active opportunity for a dependable operator who values safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.

What You'll Do

Operate backhoes, excavators, loaders, and other heavy equipment safely

Support railroad track construction, repair, and maintenance projects

Assist crews with track surfacing, rail repairs, and tie replacement

Inspect equipment and report mechanical problems or safety concerns

Help identify visible track conditions requiring attention

Follow applicable FRA requirements and company safety procedures

Coordinate with crew members to complete assignments safely and on schedule

Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas

Perform additional track-maintenance duties as assigned

What You'll Need

At least four years of heavy-equipment operating experience

Experience in construction, civil, industrial, or a comparable work environment

Strong awareness of surrounding equipment, employees, and job-site hazards

Commitment to following established safety procedures

Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors

Dependable attendance and a consistent work history

Ability to work effectively as part of a crew

Preferred Experience

Railroad maintenance-of-way or track-maintenance experience

Experience operating tampers, regulators, or rail-adapted equipment

Knowledge of FRA-regulated railroad operations

What Road & Rail Services Offers

Starting pay of $22.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience

Stable, full-time employment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

Hands-on railroad operations training

Quality equipment and a professional work environment

Opportunities to develop specialized skills and advance your career

Build a Specialized Career

Road & Rail Services provides rail-related operations, maintenance, and logistics support throughout North America. Our track-maintenance teams help keep critical rail infrastructure operating safely and efficiently.

If you are an experienced equipment operator ready to bring your skills to the railroad industry, apply today to join our Miami/Medley, FL track-maintenance team.

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This job requires a background check and drug screen.