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Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Operator- Waterloo, IA

Watco
Waterloo, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world’s supply chain moving. That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs.

Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team.  One Watco .

Here’s what you can expect from Watco :

  • Award-winning culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
  • Competitive compensation and  benefits
  • Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
  • Operations training at the  Safe Performance Center  in Birmingham, Alabama
  • Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
  • Career advancement opportunities

Pay Range : $19.00 - $22.00 Depending on Experience

Schedule : M-F 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30 PM

Location Information

The Waterloo Blackhawk Transload Terminal stands out for having a covered railcar spot for transloading, warehouse space, and three storage domes. Switching services are available at this terminal, which handles both unit and manifest trains.

Position Description

  • Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment required in this position.
  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on equipment.
  • Regularly communicate via 2-way radio with Supervisors, Team Members and customer.
  • Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Follow written Dual verification procedures on all material movements.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  • Requirments

  • High school education or general education (GED)
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • 1 or more year(s) related experience required (mechanical, maintenance, equipment operating)
  • Applicant must pass the General SOP testing, Heavy Equipment function test along with Team Member demonstration check list.
  • Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team and interact appropriately with others.
  • Ability to work in all types of weather.
  • Ability to work the scheduled shifts required for the position and / or overtime as needed.
  • Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
  • Salary : $19 - $22

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