Railroad Tamper Operator - DIS

Tamper Operator- Experienced Only

Full Job Description

Danella Infrastructure Services is currently seeking a Tamper Operator in the Florida area. Candidate much operate a Tamper 6700, in accordance to the FRA standards. A minimum of 5 years experience is required.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repair on related equipment used in Maintenance of Way, as necessary.
• Instruct and direct others, determine priorities and assign workforce accordingly.
• Operates tamping machines to perform the work the machine is designed for. Which is the raising, leveling and aligning of the Railroad Track Structure to the desired specifications
• Performs daily equipment safety and maintenance checks, making emergency adjustments as necessary and documentation per daily inspection and repairs reports.
• Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• Performs mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs in the field.
• Orders parts on their own and communicates with mechanical supervisor.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Subject to motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental coverage and 401K.

All successful candidates will have passed both a physical examination and drug / alcohol screen. Must maintain valid driver’s license and be able to pass DOT physical along with a background check. Must be able to lift at least 90 lbs.