Rail Track Maintenance Tech - Outdoor, Day Shift

Petroleum Service Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental & vision plans

Life insurance & disability coverage

401(k) matching

Job summary

PSC Group is seeking a Railroad Track Maintenance Technician to perform outdoor work on railroad tracks. This full-time role includes inspecting, maintaining, and repairing track components with hand and power tools, prioritizing safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates have track maintenance experience, may hold a Driver's License or TWIC, and can pass drug, medical, and background checks. On-site attendance and fluent English are required, with growth opportunities within a long‑standing

Qualifications

• Track inspection/maintenance experience preferred.
• Railcar or industrial/mechanical experience is a plus.
• May require a valid Driver's License and/or a valid TWIC card.
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams.
• Speak, write, read fluent English.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required.
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine railroad track inspections and document defects/conditions.
• Perform basic track maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools.
• Assist with track repairs, ballast work, fasteners, and rerailing as needed.
• Log inbound railcars and complete the site's established railcar inspection checklist.
• Document railcar defects and communicate cars requiring additional repair.
• Perform basic non‑lading railcar repairs within the site's approved scope, including permitted brake‑related items, placards, and other minor repairs.
• Maintain inspection and repair records.
• Work safely around railcars, locomotives, tracks, and other heavy equipment.
• Performs other duties as required to support safe and efficient track operations.

Skills

Track inspection/maintenance

Railcar/industrial experience

Driver's license / TWIC

Legal to work in U.S.

Drug screen / medical / background

PPE compliance

English fluency (spoken/written)

On-site attendance & punctuality

Military experience (plus)

Job description

PSC Group is seeking a Railroad Track Maintenance Technician to perform outdoor work on railroad tracks. This full-time role includes inspecting, maintaining, and repairing track components with hand and power tools, prioritizing safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates have track maintenance experience, may hold a Driver's License or TWIC, and can pass drug, medical, and background checks. On-site attendance and fluent English are required, with growth opportunities within a long‑standing