Derailment Crew Laborer - North Platte, NE

Mainline Services, LLC; North Platte, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

401k with company match

Travel and lodging paid during remote/

PPE provided

On-the-job training and advancement

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Holiday pay

Job summary

Mainline Services, LLC is seeking Laborers for our railroad construction projects. This entry-level role involves hauling equipment, rerailing cars, and supporting track maintenance tasks in diverse outdoor conditions.

Candidates should be able to lift heavy loads, operate or learn a range of tools, and commit to safety protocols. Occasional long hours and travel within the region are expected, with CDL training provided as needed.

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 listed (pulleys, vises, hand and power tools, etc.).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.
• Must have or be able to obtain CDLPermit and be able to obtain Class A CDL within 90 days of hire.
• Capable of understanding and following directions.
• Enjoy outdoors in all weather performing construction tasks.
• Adhere to safety policies/procedures.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Able to lift 75-100 lbs.
• Frequent bending, twisting, standing and walking.
• Must pass safety and background tests; may include drug testing.
• 24/7 availability for emergency responses including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execution of field-based work including manual labor in rerailing operations and track maintenance.
• Follow directions and safety procedures.
• Ensure activities are performed safely, professionally, and efficiently to protect personnel and assets.
• Wear PPE and follow established processes.
• Seek direction from Foreman/Supervisor for daily tasks.
• Load, move, and distribute materials for work activities.
• Reload equipment/materials at day end and assist in site cleanup.
• Perform vegetation cutting, digging, transporting materials.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and extended hours as needed.
• Travel region frequently, with some overnight stays.

Skills

Driver's License

CDL (within 90 days)

Manual labor experience

English literacy

Lift 75-100 lbs

Outdoor work

Safety adherence

Travel readiness

Tools

Pulleys

Vises

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Grinders

Hydraulic jacks

Job description

Mainline Services, an established railroad construction company, is seeking Laborers 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 have a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.
• Must have or be able to obtain CDLPermit and be able to obtain Class ACDLwithin 90 days of hire.
• 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 if Applicant has a 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