Rail Track Laborer – Hands-On Construction & Safety

RailWorks Corporation; Cresson (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation in Texas is seeking a beginner-level construction laborer to perform hands-on tasks at rail construction sites, using basic hand and power tools and adhering to safety rules.

Role requires 0-12 months of experience, ability to travel, and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather. You will assist with site preparation, layout measurements, track maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety procedures under supervision.

Qualifications

• 0-12 months construction experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

0-12 months construction experience

Safety rules compliance

Job description

RailWorks Corporation in Texas is seeking a beginner-level construction laborer to perform hands-on tasks at rail construction sites, using basic hand and power tools and adhering to safety rules.

Role requires 0-12 months of experience, ability to travel, and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather. You will assist with site preparation, layout measurements, track maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety procedures under supervision.