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Operator 1 - Production Tamper Operator

Frontier Railroad Services
Lexington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026


Job Title: Operator 1

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt




Company Overview


Frontier Railroad Services, LLC is a railroad construction company based in New Stanton, PA performing new construction and rehabilitation for customers in the Eastern United States.


Job Description:


The Mark IV Tamper Operator (Operator 1) is tasked with operation and maintenance of a Mark IV Tamper as part of the company’s surfacing unit.


Responsibilities:


  • Operate Specialized equipment. (i.e. Mark IV Tamper.)
  • Performs preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
  • Maintains proper equipment appearance and cleanliness.
  • May perform labor duties as needed.
  • Communicates with supervisor throughout the job process.
  • Practices safe working habits.
  • Ensures working conditions are safe and that proper PPE is being used as job duties require.
  • Follow DOT regulations; ensuring proper permits and driving regulations are followed.
  • Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Performs equipment safety and maintenance checks, making emergency adjustments as necessary.
  • Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
  • Studies instructions, plans, and diagrams to establish work requirements.
  • Other duties as required.


Requirements:


  • Safe and efficient operation of machine.
  • 3 years of experience operating a Mark IV Tamper in a railroad construction environment.
  • Excellent safety record.
  • Ability to communicate well with co-workers, customers, and supervisors.
  • Ability to operate power tools.
  • Experience operating computers and mobile devices such as iPads and iPhones.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair machine.
  • Have a working knowledge of hydraulics/electronics.
  • Ability to read and understand construction specifications.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability and willingness to be trained as well as train others on the machine.


Physical Requirements: Agility to navigate into confined spaces if necessary, ability to crouch, stoop, bend and lift heavy weight in excess of 50 pounds.


Environmental Conditions: Performs duties in multiple environments including outside construction project settings, in and around moving vehicles and equipment. Exposure to weather elements; must wear appropriate PPE required for the project site.




Compensation:


  • Competitive wage.
  • Medical, dental and vision care.
  • Life insurance and disability.
  • 401k retirement plan.
  • Discretionary profit-sharing bonus.
  • Daily per diem in most cases.
  • Hotel and travel expenses paid in most cases.
  • Opportunity to advance with a growing company.



You must have a personal email address to apply for this position. Communication will be done via email.



Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we will only contact those individuals we believe would be the best match for the requirements of the position.


EEO Statement: Frontier Railroad Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Frontier Railroad Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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.

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