Rail Track Maintenance Specialist

Norfolk Southern Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corp. is seeking a laborer to construct, repair, maintain, and demolish railroad tracks and components across various job sites. You will operate hand tools, assist in lifting and positioning rails and ties, and work with heavy equipment under supervision.

Travel to multiple locations, including overnight stays, is required. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Capable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Willing to travel to various job sites, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Carry and place track materials using hand tools.
• Attach rail to ties using spike mauls or spike drivers.
• Remove spikes with claw bars and spike pullers.
• Lift, position, and install railroad crossties along track structure.
• Connect and disconnect rail using track and power tools.
• Move and tamp ballast and related materials.
• Raise tracks, turnouts, and rails as needed.
• Cut materials with saws and torches.
• Drill holes with various drill motors.
• Work alongside heavy equipment while directing movement.
• Participate in safety meetings.
• Wear all required PPE.

Skills

Hand tools

Rail maintenance

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Lift 75 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rail jacks

Spike mauls

Spike drivers

Rail saws

Job description

Norfolk Southern Corp. is seeking a laborer to construct, repair, maintain, and demolish railroad tracks and components across various job sites. You will operate hand tools, assist in lifting and positioning rails and ties, and work with heavy equipment under supervision.

Travel to multiple locations, including overnight stays, is required. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures.