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How much do overnight rail excavator operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight rail excavator operator in Basking Ridge, NJ is $26.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.31 and $29.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Rail Excavator Operator vs Track Hoe Operator?

AspectOvernight Rail Excavator OperatorTrack Hoe Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment operation licensesOSHA safety training, equipment operation licenses
Work EnvironmentRail yards, construction sites, often overnight shiftsRail yards, construction sites, often overnight shifts
Industry UsageRailroad construction and maintenanceRailroad construction and maintenance

Both Overnight Rail Excavator Operators and Track Hoe Operators require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, primarily focusing on railroad construction and maintenance during overnight shifts. The main difference lies in terminology; 'Track Hoe Operator' is often used interchangeably but may refer to specific equipment types. Overall, they perform similar roles within the railroad industry, with overlapping skills and responsibilities.

How much do overnight rail excavator operators make per hour in the US?

Overnight rail excavator operators in the US typically earn between $20 and $30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and union agreements. These roles often require operating heavy machinery, working night shifts, and adhering to safety protocols.

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Heavy Equipment Operator

Interstate Waste Services

Newark, NJ

$23 - $25/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Interstate Waste Services rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, with a landfill located in Ohio, where we also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial, and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling, and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer, and environmental safety. 

What makes our company culture unique is we have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture. 


The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the loading, pushing, and transferring of solid waste material in our transfer station. The ideal candidate will have the ability to completely maintain this transfer station in an efficient and professional manner. They will possess both a team work mentality as well as self-motivating traits.


  • Operate heavy duty equipment such as excavators and bucket loaders (yellow iron equipment), with various other small machinery
  • Routinely set up and inspect equipment prior to operation
  • Have knowledge of machine capabilities and limitations
  • Observe hand signals, grade stakes, or other markings when operating machines to perform work duties in compliance of safety specifications
  • Receive written and oral instruction regarding material movement
  • Move materials over short distances, around facility
  • Maintain an efficient flow by loading transfer trailers to target load weight and reduce traffic congestion
  • Create and maintain inclines or ramps
  • Repair machinery and replace parts as needed

Work Environment:

  • Daily exposure to physical environment including odors, loud noises, weather elements, etc.

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
  • High school/GED education completed; higher education is a plus.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as Equipment Operator required.
  • Experience from the sanitation industry is strongly preferred.
  • Fluency in English required, Spanish bilingual is a plus.

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.

 

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


USD $23.00/Hr.
USD $25.00/Hr.

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