How to hire a track equipment operator

How to hire a track equipment operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step track equipment operator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a track equipment operator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new track equipment operator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the track equipment operator you need to hire. Certain track equipment operator roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a track equipment operator to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a track equipment operator that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of track equipment operators.

   Type of Track Equipment Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Track Equipment Operator		$16-26
   Operator	Operators are skilled workers who are in charge of working on an industrial machine or a specific aspect of the manufacturing business. They are trained to operate machines, learning how to use them... Show more	$12-25
   Equipment Operator/Labour	Heavy equipment operators control and drive construction equipment. The operators operate heavy equipment, including backhoes, bulldozers, and lift... Show more	$12-20

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Track Maintenance
   • Loaders
   • Tamping Machines
   • Fire Control
   • Equipment
   • Track
   • Snow Removal

   Responsibilities:

   • Follow all power equipment rules and regulation including any regulatory agency policies to include OSHA.
   • Implement daily providing the CEG's operational and strategic and administrative support for logistics and sensitive gear.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your track equipment operator job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A track equipment operator salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, track equipment operators' average salary in south carolina is 43% less than in oregon.
   • Seniority. Entry-level track equipment operators earn 38% less than senior-level track equipment operators.
   • Certifications. A track equipment operator with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a track equipment operator's salary.

   Average track equipment operator salary

   $44,766yearly

   $21.52 hourly rate

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   Entry-level track equipment operator salary

   $35,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a track equipment operator job description

   A good track equipment operator job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a track equipment operator job description:

   Track equipment operator job description example

   SportsMEDIA Technology – (SMT) is the pioneer in sports technology, having re-imagined the fan experience 30 years ago. Since then, we’ve revolutionized how sports fans watch their favorite events, whether in the stands, livestreaming or on television. Through innovative real-time and wireless data and display systems, SMT’s impact is evident in every major international sport on the world’s stage, from football and soccer to tennis and golf. Along the way, SMT has grown to become the premier technology provider for pinnacle world-renowned events, including the tennis Grand Slams, golf majors, the Olympics, NHL, NBA, the New York City Marathon and CrossFit Games. SMT designed and developed the official scoring, statistics, and onsite live presentation systems for the NBA, the NHL, the PGA TOUR, NASCAR, the CrossFit Games, all four golf majors, and the four tennis slams.

   SMT services hundreds of major U.S and international sports events, as well as major sports broadcasters, teams and organizing bodies, resulting in a sports technology powerhouse unequaled in the industry. SMT continues to blaze the trail in sports technology with innovative biometrics and player and object tracking, mobile apps, analytics, video production services, wireless information systems, and on-site services. SMT’s products have become a regular part of the viewing experience for fans and an invaluable asset for clients. SMT's growth has led to the creation of several divisions, with divisions in Durham, NC, Fremont, CA, Jacksonville, FL, and Toronto, Canada.

   JOB PURPOSE

   Here’s your chance to "break away" with SMT, the industry leader in sports broadcast technology. SMT has an opportunity for an NHL Tracking Technician to work with our hockey player and puck tracking technology for the Penguins.

   Please note, applicant must live within an hour of PPG PaintsdArena; the Tracking Operator will need to work in the arena during all NHL games. Please be sure your resume is updated and has current city of residence, otherwise the application will not be considered.

   The successful candidate will be an avid hockey fan who has some technical experience, is comfortable with Windows based machines and strong communication skills. This position requires an exceptional attention span to simultaneously monitor computer applications, follow the events of the game without becoming distracted and effectively communicate with other team members.

   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

   • Verify all tracking system components are in working order
   • Work directly with broadcast mobile unit engineers to confirm video and communication feeds
   • Create and continue an open communication platform with NHL and Network personnel
   • Communications with NHL & SMT staff onsite and in Durham for pre-game verification of Player and Puck Tracking deliverables.
   • Operation of the tracking system during games
   • Perform system maintenance, when necessary
   • Troubleshoot system components – computers, cameras, cables, and networks
   • Relay system issues to support staff for repair or replacement

   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

   • Extensive PC gaming skills (use of hotkeys/gaming mouses are pluses)
   • TV broadcast background preferred

   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

   • Excellent attention to detail
   • Basic understanding of hockey terminology and game play
   • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
   • Knowledge of computer hardware, software, and Windows OS
   • Open availability (must be available to work daytime, night, weekend, and holiday games)
   • Ability to:
     1. Quickly process feedback from the system and adjust in real time
     2. Work well under pressure and complete tasks on time
     3. Follow daily checklists and other written procedures

   
   

   Are you ready to join the SMT Team and be a Game Changer?

   Apply Now!

   SMT is an equal opportunity employer.

   Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks.

   SMT participates in E-Verify.

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5. Post your job

   To find track equipment operators for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any track equipment operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level track equipment operators with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your track equipment operator job on Zippia to find and attract quality track equipment operator candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as constructionjobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting track equipment operators requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new track equipment operator

   Once you have selected a candidate for the track equipment operator position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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