Laborer

RailWorks Corporation; Fremont (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for a beginner-level position involving physical labor at construction sites. This role offers the chance to work outdoors, utilizing hand and power tools while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Employees will engage in various tasks, including site preparation, measuring, and track maintenance. With a competitive pay structure and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to start a career in construction and contribute to meaningful projects. If you're ready to take on physical challenges and grow in a supportive environment, this position could be the right fit for you.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Qualifications

• 0-12 months of relevant construction experience required.
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate hazards.
• Measures and records openings for construction work.
• Controls traffic around work zones.

Skills

Construction experience

Safety compliance

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Pay range: $21-24/hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

Performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor at construction sites, utilizing hand and power tools and other equipment. This position is considered at a beginner level.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Measures, marks, and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed.
• Controls traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
• Removes and replaces track and track components (e.g., ties, rails, bars, etc.)
• Slides and aligns tie plates.
• Observes condition of tracks, track beds, and track right of way to detect and report problems or defects.
• Digs holes and trenches.
• Utilizes basic hand tools (e.g., sledgehammer, pick, track wrench, spike maul etc.) and follows basic tool maintenance.
• Complies with all company and railroad safety rules, practices, and regulations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 0-12 months of relevant construction experience
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.
• Works outdoors at construction sites.
• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling of materials, equipment, and tools.
• Uses hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, and/or assemble objects and tools.
• Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to 50 pounds.
• Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.
• Exposed to loud noise.
• May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage.
• Must wear appropriate safety equipment, such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection, as required by the company.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.