How to hire a track machine operator

How to hire a track machine operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step track machine 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 machine operator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new track machine 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 machine operator you need to hire. Certain track machine operator roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A track machine operator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, track machine operators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

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

   Type of Track Machine Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Track Machine Operator		$12-20
   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
   Machine Operator	Machine operators are responsible for managing the machines assigned to them. They set up, install, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and ensure quality output... Show more	$12-19

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • CDL
   • Hand Tools
   • Tampers
   • Switches
   • Track Safety
   • Safety Rules
   • Track Infrastructure

   Responsibilities:

   • Job duties are to fix wrecks, maintain the karts, and manage the batting cages.
   • Control & troubleshoot automate extrusion line adjusting speed & feed, monitoring temperature, & finish material specification per customers order.
   • Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your track machine operator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A track machine operator can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, track machine operators' average salary in south carolina is 48% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level track machine operators 40% less than senior-level track machine operators.
   • Certifications. A track machine operator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a track machine operator's salary.

   Average track machine operator salary

   $15.79hourly

   $32,842 yearly

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   Entry-level track machine operator salary

   $25,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a track machine operator job description

   A track machine operator job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a track machine operator job description:

   Track machine operator job description example

   ABOUT US
   
   

   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 Devils.

   Please note, applicant must live within an hour of the Prudential Center; 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 and 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 the right track machine operator for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with track machine operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit track machine operators who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your track machine operator job on Zippia to find and recruit track machine operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as constructionjobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit track machine operators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   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 machine operator

   Once you've found the track machine operator candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   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 track machine operator first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

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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