American Track, a North American Rail Solutions company, is seeking a skilled Backhoe Operator to perform essential earthwork for railroad construction and maintenance projects. This hourly craft position also includes training to operate specialized on-track equipment such as Tamper machines and Ballast Regulators. The role involves both general construction and precision rail operations, with travel and occasional weekend work expected.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Set up and operate heavy construction equipment in a safe manner
•    Keep equipment clean and perform required maintenance
•    Proper pre-start and daily maintenance, including lubrication and required documentation
•    Operate equipment to grade or redistribute earth and move, load or unload material
•    Install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
•    Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand/audio signals from crew members
•    Signal directions to coworkers
•    Study instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements
•    Locate underground services, such as pipes and wires, prior to beginning work
•    Grade plan requirements and set grade standards
•    Lead a crew, delegate work within work scope, and assist crews with necessary labor on an as-needed basis
•    Understand production and quantity requirements and make decisions based on verifiable standards
•    Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts including operating on-track machinery
•    Ability and willingness to be trained as well as train others on the machine
•    Performs all other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS
Education Required:
•    High School Diploma or GED preferred  

Work Experience Required:
•    Minimum of one year operating a backhoe; experience in railroad construction strongly preferred
•    Valid driver’s license required
•    Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening

Skills & Knowledge Required:
•    Ability to understand work instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
•    Physical capability to perform demanding tasks, including lifting up to 100 lbs and working at heights
•    Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and around heavy equipment, moving machinery, noise, dust, and grease
•    Strong situational awareness and attention to safety in active construction environments
•    Comfortable navigating uneven terrain and climbing on/off heavy equipment safely