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Railroad Heavy Equipment Operator

Date Posted: May 20, 2026
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    Location Chesapeake, Virginia, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Jun 20, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

Plasser American Corporation is seeking full-time Railroad Heavy Equipment Operators/Ballast Machine Operators to travel across North America. This role involves operating and maintaining equipment for railway maintenance and necessitates a commitment to safety and quality in all operations.

Key responsibilities

  • Operate Shoulder Ballast Cleaners and Undercutting machines
  • Inspect and maintain trucks and equipment daily
  • Perform equipment safety and maintenance checks
  • Document daily inspection and repair reports
  • Communicate with management and railroad representatives about production and safety issues
  • Coordinate work schedules with Railroad EIC and contractors
  • Pre-plan work activities and safety action plans
  • Document job progress and maintain a clean workplace
  • Train and motivate team members
  • Conduct daily briefings to review goals, performance, and safety

Required skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Ballast machine operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Maintenance and inspection
  • Problem-solving
  • Mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repair skills

What the company offers

  • Accrue 80 Hours of Paid Time Off during the first year
  • 10 Paid Holidays per year
  • 401(k) match of $0.50 for every $1.00 contributed up to 6% of salary
  • Possible merit bonus after fiscal year audit
  • Free Short and Long Term Disability after 90 days of employment
  • Free Life Insurance - 2 times annual salary
  • Free employee medical and dental coverage starting day 1

Skills Required

Company Overview

Plasser American Corp
Chesapeake, Virginia, United States of America
6 Current Jobs Openings

Plasser American Corp specializes in innovative manufacturing solutions for the North American railway industry. With a commitment to quality and safety, the company has a longstanding legacy of delivering advanced engineering services and products. Read More

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