About this role
Heavy Equipment Operator
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Company: Road & Rail Services
Location: Butler, PA
Starting Pay: $24.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Put Your Equipment Operating Skills to Work!
Road & Rail Services is looking for a skilled and safety-focused Heavy Equipment Operator to support our railroad mechanical facility in Butler, Pennsylvania .
This position offers the opportunity to operate industrial equipment, assist with daily railroad operations, and develop valuable experience in the transportation industry.
We encourage applicants with backgrounds in construction, heavy equipment operation, manufacturing, material handling, forklift operation, or industrial maintenance to apply.
No previous railroad experience? No problem! If you have hands-on equipment experience, a strong work ethic, and the willingness to learn, we want to hear from you.
This is an active, physically demanding position that involves working around railroad equipment and machinery in an outdoor industrial setting.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you'll play an important role in keeping our mechanical facility running safely and efficiently.
Your daily responsibilities will include:
Operate heavy machinery and industrial equipment to support railroad mechanical activities.
Transport and position materials, tools, supplies, and equipment throughout the worksite.
Load and unload materials while following established safety procedures.
Conduct routine equipment inspections before beginning daily operations.
Recognize and communicate mechanical issues or equipment malfunctions.
Assist railroad mechanical crews with material movement and operational support.
Work safely around railroad tracks, railcars, and other moving machinery.
Keep equipment, work areas, and surrounding facilities clean and organized.
Follow all applicable company, customer, and railroad safety regulations.
Perform additional general labor and operational assignments as needed.
What You Need to Succeed
We're looking for reliable individuals who enjoy hands-on work and take pride in operating equipment safely.
Preferred Experience & Qualifications:
Previous experience operating heavy equipment, forklifts, loaders, construction machinery, or similar industrial equipment.
Experience in construction, railroad operations, manufacturing, or mechanical facilities is beneficial.
Ability to understand and follow equipment operating instructions and safety guidelines.
Strong awareness of surroundings when working near moving equipment and machinery.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
Willingness to perform physical labor when equipment operation is not needed.
Dependable attendance and the flexibility to support changing operational priorities.
Ability to learn new equipment and railroad-specific operating procedures.
Previous railroad experience is preferred but not required.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
This position is based at an active railroad mechanical facility, not a traditional warehouse.
Applicants must be comfortable with:
Working outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
Standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting throughout the workday.
Working around heavy equipment, railroad tracks, and industrial machinery.
Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Following strict safety standards in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Starting Pay: $24.00 per hour
At Road & Rail Services, we believe in rewarding dependable employees and providing opportunities for long-term career growth.
Our benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Weekly Safety Incentive Opportunities
Annual Steel-Toe Boot Allowance
Company-Provided Personal Protective Equipment
Internal Advancement & Career Development Opportunities
Veteran-Friendly Workplace
Why Join Road & Rail Services?
Road & Rail Services provides specialized railroad, automotive, and logistics support services across the country. Our employees help maintain the equipment and infrastructure that keep transportation operations moving.
Joining our Butler team means becoming part of an industry where your mechanical knowledge, equipment operating experience, and commitment to safety make a difference.
Whether you're an experienced construction equipment operator looking for a change or an industrial equipment operator interested in expanding your skills, this position offers an opportunity to grow within the railroad industry.
Apply Today!
Ready to take your equipment operating experience in a new direction?
Apply now to join Road & Rail Services as a Heavy Equipment Operator in Butler, PA, earning $24.00 per hour!
Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected status.