CDL Track Laborer - Cheyenne, WY

Mainline Services, LLC; Cheyenne, Northern (WY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL training

Hotel & travel reimbursements

PPE provided

On-the-job training

Competitive wages

Paid time off

401k matching

Holidays

EAP

Referral program

Job summary

Mainline Services is seeking experienced track laborers with CDL to grow our expanding team. This entry level role aids in hauling equipment, rerailing cars after derailments, and performing related track maintenance tasks.

The job requires weekend/holiday availability, outdoors work, and adherence to strict safety rules. On-the-job training and CDL-A development are provided, with opportunities for advancement and competitive wages.

Qualifications

• Experience in field-based manual labor, construction or related industry.
• Must use or learn a variety of tools and equipment listed.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and CDL with a good driving record.
• Capable of following directions and reading/writing English.
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather and travel regionally.
• Must pass safety, background, drug tests and other trainings.

Responsibilities

• Execute field-based work including rerailing operations and track maintenance.
• Follow safety policies and procedures; operate with PPE.
• Coordinate with Foreman for daily tasks and directions.
• Load, move and distribute materials for daily activities.
• Travel regionally; work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Support in provisioning equipment and site cleanup after shifts.

Skills

Field labor

Safety conscious

Read/write English

CDL-A eligible

Tool operation

Physical stamina

Travel readiness

Tools

Pulleys

Vises

Hand tools

Welding equipment

Grinders

Hydraulic jacks

Chains & cables

Pumps

Job description

Mainline Services is seeking experienced track laborers with CDL to grow our expanding team. This is an entry level position that aids and assists in hauling equipment, re-railing cars from a derailment and performs similar industrial and construction duties on railroad track maintenance work.

Qualifications:

• Experience in field-based operation involving manual labor (construction, farm equipment, utility, or related industry).
• Must be able to use or learn to use a variety of tools and equipment, such as but not limited to the following: pulleys, vises, hand and power tools, steel collars/shackles, steel hooks, welding equipment, grinders, hydraulic jacks, steel chains and cables, portable lights, wheelbarrows, pumps and generators.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and/or a Class A or B CDL with a good driving record.
• Capable of understanding and following directions.
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions performing construction related tasks.
• Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Requires lifting approximately 75-100 lbs. to perform job duties.
• Constant bending, twisting, stooping, standing and / or walking.
• Must pass qualification tests as required (includes E-Rail Safe, Background, Drug Test and other training/safety programs).
• 24/7 availability to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for execution of field-based work including manual labor in accomplishment of tasks related to rerailing operations and track maintenance and repair.
• Follows direction and adheres to all safety policies/procedures.
• Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner to protect employees and the assets of the Company.
• Follows all safety rules/regulations; wears required PPE; performs work in accordance with established process/procedures.
• Seeks out Foreman/Supervisor for direction regarding daily work assignment(s).
• As directed loads/moves/distributes materials in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust, load transfer, car repair and general railroad maintenance and repair.
• Upon conclusion of daily work ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation to home-base and actively participates in site clean-up.
• Performs manual labor including but not limited to cutting vegetation/brush, digging holes/trenches, carrying materials from vehicles/equipment to designated area.
• Actively participates in daily safety briefing.
• Working extended hours.
• Must be able to travel in the region frequently, with some out-of-town jobs that require multiple nights on the road.

Additional Job Duties for Applicants with Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection of trucks, trailers, and equipment in accordance with company policy and D.O.T. regulations.
• Drives tractor-trailer to/from job sites, inspects loads, and machinery being transported.
• Verifies transportation permits (if CDL certificated) to ensure that specifications for overweight and oversize loads/equipment are accurate.
• Responsible for loading, unloading and safe transportation of equipment and/or materials to/from job site, operation of equipment at job site (if qualified) and providing assistance in the rerailing divisions and/or the track maintenance/repair/new builds divisions.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have ability to work at heights, as well as climbing stairs, and work in hot or cold environments.
• Work outdoors in a noisy, safety sensitive environment.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Opportunity to Work Outside & Travel Extensively
• Company provided training to obtain CDL-A
• Paid for Hotel and Travel Expenses while working remotely
• Company provided Personal Protective Equipment
• On the job training provided and advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Paid time off - Accrual starts Day #1
• 401k with generous company match
• Mainline observes eight holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program

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