
Rail Equipment Maintenance Operator - Missouri
Loram Maintenance Of Way, Inc.
The Role
Overview
Operate and maintain rail maintenance equipment, performing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- mechanical repair
- electrical repair
- hydraulic repair
- equipment operation
- safety compliance
- team collaboration
Tasks
-Participate in training to continuously improve your skills and support your career growth. -Perform hands-on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic maintenance, including inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs. -Follow Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), OSHA, and Loram safety protocols always. -Climb ladders and step up 36 inches multiple times daily -Collaborate with teammates to ensure optimal equipment performance and adherence to safety standards. -Lift and handle tools/equipment weighing 75+ lbs. -Operate and maintain Loram’s specialized rail maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
Requirements
- driver's license
- high school
- english
- teamwork
- problem solving
- outdoor
What You Bring
-Positive attitude, work ethic, and eagerness to learn and grow -Comfortable working in challenging outdoor environments -Communicate effectively with the team via radio, in-person, and written methods. -Valid driver’s license -Must meet vision and hearing requirements for day and night operations -Proficient in English, verbal and written communication -High school diploma or GED -Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills -Loram does not sponsor work visas -Ability to walk 5–9 miles per day on uneven terrain
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Benefits
-Advancement Opportunities: 90% of operators are promoted within two years; 50% receive two promotions within the same time. -Travel Perks: Work in unique locations and gain exposure to a lifestyle few experience. Loram covers hotel/motel rooms and all work-related travel to and from the job site, including flights, buses, etc. (Per diem is not offered). Employees are responsible for personal expenses, including food, phone, and laundry. -No prior rail experience required—we’ll train you! -Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance -401(k) with 150% match up to 6%! -Paid travel and lodging for job assignments -Competitive Pay: $20/hour plus generous overtime. Typical weekly earnings range from $1,500 to $2,000+ with overtime opportunities (based on 65–80 hours per week).
The Company
About Loram Maintenance Of Way, Inc.
-Revolutionized track maintenance by automating ballast cleaning. -Expanded into rail grinding, inspection, geotechnical services, friction management, and OEM equipment manufacturing over decades. -Operates advanced computer-guided grinders for rail grinding and inspection worldwide. -Projects include deep ballast cleaning, rail profile restoration, material handling, and structural monitoring. -Introduced Railvac trench-cleaning cars and data-driven digital inspection platforms in the 2000s. -Absorbed Rail Vehicle Engineering in 2016, creating Loram UK for heavy overhaul and rolling-stock services. -Grinding trains feature built-in firefighting systems and on-site crew accommodations.
Sector Specialisms
Rail Maintenance
Rail Grinding
Ballast Cleaning
Drainage Maintenance
Rail Handling
Track Inspection
Geotechnical Services
Friction Management
Engineering Services
Bridge and Tunnel Infrastructure Monitoring
Railroad Materials Handling
Track Roadbed Maintenance
Capital Maintenance Program Planning
Data Analytics
Remote Monitoring
Consulting
Service and Maintenance
Automation in Railroad Materials Handling
Rail Infrastructure Health Monitoring
Track Substructure Maintenance
Visa Sponsorship
-loram does not sponsor work visas.
