What are the responsibilities and job description for the Track Maintenance Worker position at The Skunk Train?
Mendocino Railway is the owner/operator of passenger and freight railroads including the California Western Railroad (CWR) / Skunk Train which operates between Fort Bragg and Willits, California.
The successful candidate for the position of Track Maintenance Worker should possess a keen eye for attention to detail with an outgoing personality and the ability to interact well with guests and the CWR/Skunk Train team. The candidate will have experience working on railroad track and structures. This hands-on position will have the ideal candidate working mostly outdoors in a variety of conditions to make every aspect of the operation safe.
Role and Responsibilities
- Work with (in a hands-on fashion) as part of track crew.
- Ability to perform track inspections to ensure quality inspection and safe train operations.
- Adherence to track safety rules, track geometry standards, and productivity goals.
- Will ensure FRA compliance along with company policies, rules and standards.
- Provide information for future track improvements.
- Participate in gangs and third-party work being performed on railroad.
- Be able to appropriately apply labor, tools, materials, and equipment for field force to perform track maintenance.
- Fulfilling miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by General Manager.
- Willingness to travel.
- Assist with special events as needed.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
- Experience in Maintenance of Way track standards.
- Familiarity with FRA track standards.
- Familiarity and ability to apply safety rules and procedures.
- Self-motivated and good communication skills.
- Ability to lift 50 Lbs.
Additional Notes
Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required prior to hiring.
Employment that is full-time and includes excellent benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% company paid for employee-only coverage), 401(k) retirement, paid holidays and paid time off.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25
