Clerk (Various) Helena, MT

BNSF Railway; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Railroad Retirement benefits

Parental and pediatric support

Discounts on travel

Job summary

BNSF Railway in Helena, MT is seeking an on-call Clerk to cover shifts when permanent employees are absent. This Extra List role requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays under union guidelines.

Responsibilities include clerical duties, stocking materials, data entry, customer communications, and coordinating with train crews while maintaining strict safety standards in a high-volume rail environment. Relocation assistance is not offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Proficient in basic clerical tasks and data entry using Office tools.
• Ability to use hands and hand tools as required in the role.

Responsibilities

• Transport train crews safely in a BNSF crew van (when assigned).
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks including station/yard office work and data entry.
• Stock, track, and manage materials; handle shipping, receiving, and inventory.
• Provide customer service and track/trace railroad cars; assist with waybilling.
• Support operational needs and prepare reports; follow safety policies daily.
• Work in a safety-sensitive environment under union rules and schedules.

Skills

English communication

Lift up to 50 pounds

Hands and tools handling

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation's freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.Come make a difference with us!

Learn more aboutBNSFandourBenefits

Job Location: Helena
Other Potential Locations: Helena, MT
Anticipated Start Date: 10/26/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: Entry pay rate is approx. $27.99/hr; Full rate is $31.11/hr

Clerk position is an Extra List role, requiring on-call availability to cover shifts when permanently assigned employees are absent. When needed this position covers clerk duties in Helena, MT.

This position is On Call

23 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts are governed by union agreement and subject to seniority.

Travel

is minimal.

Training

for this position is company-paid on-the-job training.

Key responsibilities may include any of the following assignments on a shift:

Transport train crews

safely in a BNSF crew van. This role involves driving in and around rail yards, city and highway traffic, and navigating challenging weather, rough terrain, and remote areas.

Perform various clerical and administrative tasks

including station and yard office functions, updating train inventory, and directing train traffic. Responsibilities also involve accurately inputting data, typing letters and reports, filing, sorting and using a computer to prepare reports and handling various forms of correspondence.

Stock Clerk

duties include ordering, tracking, and managing materials while maintaining accurate inventories. Responsibilities include receiving, shipping, disbursing, delivering, locating, and storing materials.

Customer service support

which can include corresponding with customers, addressing waybilling errors, track and trace railroad cars, and providing rail car movement updates.

Support operational needs

to provide waybilling electronically of company material railroad cars when appropriate. Assist with exception-based waybilling of railroad cars for customers and various departments as needed. Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment

where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

At BNSF safety is one of our core values that guides us through everything we do.

Our employees engage in safety conversations, through an approaching others mindset to help us achieve our tremendous potential. In addition, our employees must adhere to safety rules, policies, as well as federal and state regulations, which could include wearing personal protective equipment, responding to concerns, and taking appropriate action in emergencies.

Relocation assistance is unavailable, and there is 122 working days or 180 calendar days probationary period.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position.This is not an exhaustive list of the position's duties.

Basic Qualifications:

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF's assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• At least 18 years of age or will be by the anticipated start date listed above.
• Available to report for duty at the designated work location.
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
• Able to work the above shift/hours.
• Ability to read, write and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) English.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow, and lunar (clear light).
• Ability to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environment.
• Ability to use handsand hand toolsto perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning and pulling.
• Ability to bend, walk, stand, and sit for several hours with breaks.
• Follow safety policies and procedures and wear the required personal protective equipment required for the job in a safe manner.
• Basic level skills in Microsoft Office Suiteprograms(i.e.,Excel, Outlook, Word)with prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite programs in either a professional or academic setting.

Union membership is with the Transportation Communications Union (TCU) and union dues are required per union agreement.

Here are some of the perks/benefits you can expect as a BNSF employee

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets you where you are, a few of those benefits include:

• A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinionservices, and high-quality care network options. You will also have life insurance, provided at no cost to you.
• A Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan to help you meet your retirement goals.
• Family benefits including parental and pediatric support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and spending accounts.
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships and more!
• Benefits vary by union collective bargaining agreement.
• For more information, visitBenefits.

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.