Bridge Laborer Travel 100%

Genesee & Wyoming; Malvern (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their bridge maintenance team. This role involves performing essential maintenance and repair activities while adhering to safety policies. You will work closely with a skilled crew, using various tools to ensure the integrity of bridge structures. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in outdoor work, a commitment to safety, and excellent problem-solving skills. This position offers a chance to contribute to vital infrastructure projects in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work.
• Knowledge of roadway-worker protection and FRA fall-protection regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day activities of a bridge crew.
• Unload and distribute materials like rail and ties.
• Install and repair wood structures as needed.

Skills

Heavy hand tools experience

Roadway-worker protection regulations knowledge

FRA fall-protection regulations familiarity

Problem-assessment skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Database and computer skills

Technical knowledge motivation

Team and individual responsibility balance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

CDL preferred, class A

Tools

Rail saw

Track wrench

Spike maul

Tie adz

Claw bar

Job description

SUMMARY:

The person in this position performs the duties involved with maintenance and repair activities surrounding the maintenance-of-bridge functions. He or she carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s safety policies and applicable laws, working with direction from the bridge foreman and/or general manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform day-to-day activities of a bridge crew
• Unload and/or assist in unloading and distributing materials (rail, ties, spikes, etc.)
• Correct deviations in bridge surface, alignment, and gage
• Install and repair wood trestles and wood structures
• Operate tools such as rail saw, track wrench, spike maul, tie adz, and claw bar as needed
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Two years of work experience; experience with heavy hand tools a plus; previous outdoor work experience a plus
• Knowledge of roadway-worker protection regulations
• Familiarity with FRA fall-protection regulations as well as G&W’s internal policy regarding bridge safety
• Good analysis and problem-assessment skills; ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to focus on resolving conflict, not blaming; ability to speak and write clearly and listen to get clarification
• Ability to respond promptly to customer needs and solicit customer feedback to improve service
• Ability to take initiative, volunteer readily, and ask for and offer help when needed
• Ability to build trust by treating customers, peers, and others with integrity
• Good database and computer skills
• Motivation to build technical knowledge and skills; ability to demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities
• Good attendance and punctuality

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Valid driver’s license. CDL preferred, class A

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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