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GRAPPLE TRUCK OPERATOR

Branson, MO · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Job ID: 19993 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives ... machinery or related structures. • Signals directions or warnings to coworkers. • Operates ...

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Directional Drill Operator

Guelph, ON · On-site

CA$39.23/hr

Experience with Ditch Witch JD10 Horizonal Bore Machines, preferred Good Communication skills with ... RailWorks is North America's leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with ...

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CA$47.12/hr

Installs equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures. Signals directions or ... RailWorks is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With ...

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BOOM TRUCK OPERATOR

Nisku, AB

Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand ... RailWorks is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With ...

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DRIVER - CDL Class A

Chehalis, WA · On-site

$28 - $37/hr

Job ID: 19967 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives ... Installs equipment or attachments on machinery and related structures; performs repairs ...

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Track Foreman

Vancouver, BC · On-site

CA$43.24 - CA$46/hr

Using specific railway operating rules, instructions and techniques, this position ensures that ... Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to fifty (50) pounds.

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Track Foreman

Abbotsford, BC

CA$43.24 - CA$46/hr

Using specific railway operating rules, instructions and techniques, this position ensures that ... Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to fifty (50) pounds.

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Track Foreman

Surrey, BC · On-site

CA$43.24 - CA$46/hr

Using specific railway operating rules, instructions and techniques, this position ensures that ... Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to fifty (50) pounds.

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DRIVER - CDL Class A

Chehalis, WA · On-site

$28 - $37/hr

Job ID: 19967 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives ... Installs equipment or attachments on machinery and related structures; performs repairs ...

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CRAFT FOREMAN / TRACK FOREMAN

Chehalis, WA · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Job ID: 19941 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives ... Using specific railway operating rules, instructions and techniques, this position ensures that ...

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Laborer / crew driver

Lumberton, TX · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Job ID: 19677 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

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CDL Driver/Laborer

Papillion, NE · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

Job ID: 20065 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives ... Installs equipment or attachments on machinery and related structures; performs repairs ...

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CRAFT FOREMAN / TRACK FOREMAN

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Job ID: 19941 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives ... Using specific railway operating rules, instructions and techniques, this position ensures that ...

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Signalman

Guelph, ON · On-site

CA$40.27 - CA$48.90/hr

Operates assigned machinery and equipment while remaining flexible to seamlessly pivot to general ... Valid Ontario Class G driver's license Valid certification in Canadian Railway Operating Rules ...

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Signalman

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$40.27 - CA$48.90/hr

Operates assigned machinery and equipment while remaining flexible to seamlessly pivot to general ... Valid Ontario Class G driver's license Valid certification in Canadian Railway Operating Rules ...

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Do workers at RailWorks get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
88% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Does RailWorks pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Is the health insurance from RailWorks affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and October 2025.

Do workers at RailWorks worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
40% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do RailWorks workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and October 2025.

How easy is it for RailWorks workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
80% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at RailWorks?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
80% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and October 2025.

Do RailWorks managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
78% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do jobs at RailWorks spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
36% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at RailWorks?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
91% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people at RailWorks feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people at RailWorks get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
44% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Is it stressful to work at RailWorks?

Most people feel stressed here.
82% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people at RailWorks enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
82% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people at RailWorks recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
67% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people get enough training when they start at RailWorks?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people get support to advance at RailWorks?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 70% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people think RailWorks’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
89% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do workers feel well informed about how RailWorks is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
58% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

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Infographic showing various Machine Operator job openings at Railworks in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

TRAVELING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

RailWorks Corporation

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

RailWorks rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job ID: 19981
Benefits Offering
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Compensation
PAY RANGE: $23.00/hr - $28.00/hr
Position Summary
The Equipment Operator's primary function is to operate heavy equipment at the site of work to construct, repair and maintain the railroad track. Operators are also expected to assist in other duties around the job site as needed. This position is considered as a novice level.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
  • Inspects, maintains, and operates maintenance equipment such as backhoes and loaders.
  • Operates equipment to move, load, or unload material or perform other rail related maintenance tasks.
  • Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
  • While operating equipment, communicate with others using verbal and non-verbal hand signals.
  • Complies with Company Safety Program
  • Keeps records of material and equipment usage and problems encountered.
  • Performs equipment safety, maintenance, and brake checks.
  • Fill out daily inspection report and turn into foreman on a daily basis.
  • Complete job briefs throughout the day as necessary with other employees in/around machine and work area.
  • Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Locates underground services, such as pipes and wires, prior to beginning work.
  • Repairs and maintains equipment (including daily greasing), making emergency adjustments as necessary.
  • Studies instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • A minimum of one year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment.
  • Driver's license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.
  • Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures
  • Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Must be open to travel to different states

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
  • Works at construction sites
  • Uses hands to handle and control materials, tools and vehicle controls
  • Sits for long periods of time in a closed vehicle
  • Uses repetitive motions
  • Uses close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
  • Moves or lifts heavy equipment and objects up to 50 pounds
  • Uses eye-hand-foot coordination
  • Exposed to moving mechanical parts
  • Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
  • Exposed to loud noise

Company Overview
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.
RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual's sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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