Transportation Equipment Operator I

Company: Siemens Mobility
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 25, 2025

Job Description:

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us.

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Automation's impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization. Combine them and the results are transformative! We work at the leading edge of this movement, applying our proven expertise in digitalization to rail infrastructure and automation.

Our innovative solutions deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems. We are continuously developing new answers for rail automation - often to questions that haven't been asked yet.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Transportation Equipment Operator I to safely relocate rail vehicles onsite using Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMT) and other heavy equipment. This role involves supporting vehicle testing, preparing and securing rail vehicles for shipment, and unloading car shells using specialized tools and machinery. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in heavy equipment operation, a solid understanding of safety protocols, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What your day may look like:

• Move rail vehicles onsite using Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMT) and various heavy equipment.
• Support water testing on car shells and rail vehicles using Rail King.
• Prepare and transload vehicles onto rail flat cars and tractor trailers for shipping.
• Secure rail vehicles to flat cars using specialized tie-down methods and materials.
• Unload rail car shells using lifting jacks, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Follow all safety policies, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures, and Risk Control Measures.
  
  What you will need to thrive in this role:
  
  • Experience operating heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers, front-end loaders, drilling rigs, and cranes.
  • Background in industries like oil and gas, logging, military motor transport, or commercial/industrial construction.
  • Proficient in handling equipment with complex hydraulic and electrical controls.
  • Strong knowledge of safety practices related to heavy equipment operation, rigging inspections, load leveling, and center of gravity.
  • High situational awareness while operating or spotting heavy transport.
  • Demonstrates solid safety practices and strong work ethic.
  • Familiarity with industrial tools relevant to heavy equipment operations.
  • Physically capable of walking long distances on concrete in steel-toe safety shoes.
  • Able to lift heavy equipment and production parts.
  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
    
    Additional Information:
    
    Upon offer of employment, candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen.
    
    The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential job duties:
    
    • Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
    • Frequently required to climb stairs, steps, and ladders
    • Frequently required to work on elevated platforms.
    • Perform work overhead.
    • Occasionally lift and move at most 40 pounds.
    • Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
    • The role involves frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and outdoor weather conditions. Employees may occasionally work at heights and encounter dust, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level is typically moderate.
      Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
      
      Why you'll love working for Siemens!
      
      • Freedom and healthy work-life balance- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits - starting Day 1!
      • Solve the world's most significant problems - Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
      • Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
      • Competitive total rewards package.
      • Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
      • Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off!
        
        Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html .
        
        This position is located in Sacramento, CA. The starting hourly range for this position is $22.29 plus 10% shift differential on 2 nd shift and 20% on 3 rd shift. This role offers the opportunity for overtime work based upon the needs of the business. The hourly rate may be higher or lower depending on your experience and skills.
        
        Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
        
        Join the growing team at our world-class train manufacturing facility in Sacramento, CA. Siemens Mobility, Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger locomotives and coaches, and light rail vehicles.
        
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