Rail Track Laborer: Hands-On Maintenance & Growth

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; Monroeville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

On the Job Training

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. invites applications for a Track Laborer in Monroeville, AL. You will help maintain the safety and reliability of railroad infrastructure, working outdoors with hand tools and heavy equipment to repair and replace track components.

This role offers on-the-job training and growth in a team-focused environment. The position requires physical ability, safe handling of tools, and adherence to federal railroad safety standards.

Qualifications

• Able to complete written forms and reports as required.
• Working knowledge of equipment such as torches, hammers, jacks, and other tools is a plus.
• Skilled in routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting is a plus.
• Able to read and interpret documents including safety rules, manuals, and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work is a plus.
• CDL is a plus or willingness to obtain if required.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations.
• Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor.
• Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools.
• Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material.
• Inspect tools and equipment for defects to determine if they are in a safe condition prior to use.
• Use various types of tools and equipment, including torches, hammers, jacks, rail saws and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Written forms

Equipment knowledge

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Safety rules literacy

Verbal & written communication

Heavy hand tools

CDL (nice to have)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. invites applications for a Track Laborer in Monroeville, AL. You will help maintain the safety and reliability of railroad infrastructure, working outdoors with hand tools and heavy equipment to repair and replace track components.

This role offers on-the-job training and growth in a team-focused environment. The position requires physical ability, safe handling of tools, and adherence to federal railroad safety standards.