MOW Laborer GNRR

Patriot Branding 2026; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Branding 2026 seeks a Track Laborer to inspect, repair, and install railroad track components and related facilities. The role requires CDL preferred status, 5+ years in the railroad industry, and ability to operate heavy equipment safely.

You will follow FRA safety rules, participate in briefings, and maintain documentation while supporting foremen and track inspectors on site.

Qualifications

• Must have CDL preferred
• 5+ years in railroad industry preferred
• Experience with track maintenance
• Heavy machinery/equipment operation
• Welding experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair and/or install track and components.
• Inspect, repair and/or install track switches.
• Inspect, repair and/or install fences, waylands, bridges, crosswalks.
• Correct deviations in surface, alignment and gauge.
• Cut rails to specific lengths.
• Adjust, lift and roll rails.
• Slide and align tie plates.
• Drill holes through rails and tighten/loosen bolts.
• Sort track material for loading/unloading.
• Clear right-of-way of vegetation, maintain drainage.
• Lubricate switches and joints.
• Comply with FRA safety rules and regulations.
• Participate in safety and process meetings.
• Maintain maintenance-of-way documentation.
• Receive instructions from posted bulletins and manuals.
• Operate equipment to inspect/repair track structure.
• Assist Foremen/Track Inspectors and Welders as directed

Skills

CDL

Railroad experience

Track maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Welding experience

Education

18+ years old

Valid Driver's License

Job description

The Track Laborer’s duties shall include:

• Inspect, repair and/or install track and track components, such as the rail, ties, bars, ballast etc.
• Inspect, repair and/or install replace track switches
• Inspect, repair and/or install fences, waylands, bridges, street and railroad crossings
• Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge
• Cut rails to specific lengths
• Adjust, lift and roll rails
• Slide and align tie plates
• Drill holes through rails for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts at joints that hold ends or rails together
• Sort track material for loading and unloading
• Clear brush, vegetation, snow, litter etc. from right-of-way; establish and maintain drainage
• Spray switches, angle bars and joints with oil for lubrication
• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Participate in group discussions including unit meetings, job briefings, safety meetings or process reviews
• Maintain maintenance-of-way documentation such as summaries and reports
• Receive instructions, requests, orders, and information from posted bulletins, memorandums, rules and regulation manuals
• Operate equipment necessary to inspect, repair and improve track structure and other railroad property/facilities
• Assist Foremen/Track Inspectors and Machine Operators/Welders, as directed

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills:

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), preferred
• 5 or more years’ experience in the railroad industry preferred
• Track maintenance experience
• Heavy machine/equipment operating experience
• Welding experience preferred

Education and Experience:

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License

Physical Requirements:

• Walk long distance over uneven terrain, work around moving equipment, climb, ascend and descend locomotives
• Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer’s weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment
• Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
• Reach, bend, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, stand, balance and lift in the course of duties
• Talk/hear (communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information)
• See (detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess)
• Must possess at least 20/40 in each eye with or without corrective lenses. Must be able to recognize and distinguish colors displayed by signals, signs, etc. Has ability to distinguish with no more than four (4) errors in a sixteen (16) plate isochromatic test. Must possess an average hearing threshold (in the better ear) of 40db at 500HZ 1000HZ and 2000HZ, aided or unaided

Employment Conditions:

• Work safely, follow standard procedures, be alert and take necessary precautions to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear required protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek
• Complete annual training and pass safety and track worker rules examinations
• Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass and maintain all required assessments, certifications and licenses
• Must pass a background screening

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work directly as employees for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship.

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