Rail Track Maintenance Laborer – Field Crew

Norfolk Southern Corp.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corporation is seeking a railroad track laborer to perform physical work across the track system. The role involves installing, repairing, and demolishing track components, and working with a local Line Maintenance crew.

You will operate hand tools, lift and position track materials, and follow safety protocols as part of a larger maintenance team. This position offers competitive pay and benefits within a Fortune 300 company.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Capable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Willing and able to travel to various job sites including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Carry and place track materials using hand tools such as tie tongs, rail tongs, rail forks and shovels.
• Attach the rail to ties using spike mauls or spike drivers.
• Remove spikes with claw bars, spike lifters, and spike pullers.
• Lift, position, handle, remove and install railroad crossties in and around the track structure.
• Connect and disconnect rail using track, impact, power wrenches, or welding materials.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Norfolk Southern Corporation is seeking a railroad track laborer to perform physical work across the track system. The role involves installing, repairing, and demolishing track components, and working with a local Line Maintenance crew.

You will operate hand tools, lift and position track materials, and follow safety protocols as part of a larger maintenance team. This position offers competitive pay and benefits within a Fortune 300 company.