Rail Track Maintenance Technician

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

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corporation is seeking a railroad track laborer to perform construction, repair, maintenance, and demolition of tracks and related structures, as part of a local Line Maintenance crew. The role requires physical work with hand tools, travel to various job sites, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

You will learn and perform duties across track maintenance duties with opportunity for year-based wage increases from $30.98 to $34.93 per hour, with overtime and benefits in

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Capable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Willing to travel to multiple sites, including overnight stays.
• Capable of working in inclement weather.
• Capable of walking up to five miles per day on railroad right of way.
• Capable of working unsupervised at times.

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 lifters.
• Lift and position railroad crossties within the track structure.
• Connect and disconnect rail using various tools and welding materials.
• Move, clean, and tamp ballast.
• Raise tracks, turnouts, crossings, and rails with jacks.
• Cut materials with saws and chisels.
• Drill holes with various drill motors.
• Work with heavy equipment and direct movement as needed.
• Participate in safety meetings.
• Wear appropriate PPE.

Skills

Crew interaction

Verbal & visual signals

Audible-visual signals

Rapid learning

Hazard recognition

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Norfolk Southern Corporation is seeking a railroad track laborer to perform construction, repair, maintenance, and demolition of tracks and related structures, as part of a local Line Maintenance crew. The role requires physical work with hand tools, travel to various job sites, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

You will learn and perform duties across track maintenance duties with opportunity for year-based wage increases from $30.98 to $34.93 per hour, with overtime and benefits in