On-Call Clerk: Rail Operations & Admin Support

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

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.