Track Laborer/Equipment Operator

Track Laborer

SUMMARY:
The person in this position works as a team member to maintain, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballast. This person uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment. The position starts as a track maintainer, with an opportunity to qualify as a machine operator.

Responsibilities:

• Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools
• Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material
• Use various types of tools and equipment, including tampers, regulators, backhoes, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
• Complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required
• Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry
• Ability to update rules and manuals to assure continuous compliance with all federal regulations
• Adhere to and promote safe work practices as determined by the railroad
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required
• Working knowledge of and familiarity with equipment such as tampers, regulators, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with railroad equipment such tie insertors, regulators and tampers

Education and Experience:

• Prior railroad expirence or education preferend not required
• Valid driver’s licensed; CDL preferred

Employment Conditions:

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
• Complete annual training and pass safety operating rules examination
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• May require a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test

Environmental Conditions:

Work outside in all weather conditions.

Safety Commitment:

This is a safety sensitive position. The candidate selected for this position must successfully complete a full physical including a drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.28 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Union benefits
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Overtime pay
• Safety bonus

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Year round work

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21