Spiker Operator
Job Description
Job Description
Salary: $25/hr
Job Summary
The Spiker Operator is responsible for running equipment on the rail to remove and set spikes into rail plates.
Major Responsibilities
- Run spiker on the rail
- Run heavy equipment on the rail
- Remove rail spikes
- Replace rail spikes
- Help out with rail work as needed
- Maintain various hand tools for assigned work
- Maintain equipment
- Ensure railroad right-of-way is clear
- Ensure a safe working environment
- Class A CDL a plus to haul equipment
Working Conditions
- Up to 12 hour shifts
- On the road job up to 8 nights at a time
- Outdoor work in various types of weather and environmental conditions
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly, and more at times
Requirements
- Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environment
- Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery, specifically a spiker
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Railroad knowledge and experience
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must meet all medical fitness for DOT Medical Card
- Must be a team player
- Welding skills a plus
- Mechanic skills a plus
- Valid Class A CDL a plus
construction, spiker, railroad, Spiker Operator
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25/hr DOE
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Plus more
Schedule:
- 10 hour to 12 hour shift
- Weekday and weekend work
- 8-day rotation
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- 2 years railroad and heavy machinery experience preferred
License/Certification:
- Class A Driver's License a plus
Work Location: On the road
Vorst Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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