Rail Track Maintenance Technician – Safety‑Focused Field Work

Florida East Coast Railway; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida East Coast Railway is seeking a Trackman to perform track maintenance, repair, and construction duties under supervision. Start date is November 9, 2026, with two weeks of paid training in New Smyrna Beach, then return to West Palm Beach for on-the-job training.

Typical hours 7:00–18:00 Mon–Thu; starting pay $21.73/hr, increasing to $25.56/hr after qualification, at West Palm Beach, FL location. Requires safety training, licenses, and the ability to operate heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Valid credentials required by federal and state laws.
• Complete annual safety and track worker rule examinations.
• Must operate railway highway motor vehicles.
• Must qualify and obtain motor car maintainer permit.
• Complete FRA Rules Classes and aim for FRA A & B certifications.

Responsibilities

• Transport, load, and unload materials.
• Operate track maintenance equipment, power tools, and hand tools to perform maintenance tasks.
• Load, unload, and handle materials and equipment as instructed.
• Provide safety watch while team members work.
• Assist other employees as instructed.
• Adhere to FEC Safety Policies & Procedures at all times.
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned by manager.

Skills

Reading safety rules

Interpreting manuals

Problem solving

Vision: close/distance/color

Education

High school diploma or GED

FRA A & B certifications

Job description

Florida East Coast Railway is seeking a Trackman to perform track maintenance, repair, and construction duties under supervision. Start date is November 9, 2026, with two weeks of paid training in New Smyrna Beach, then return to West Palm Beach for on-the-job training.

Typical hours 7:00–18:00 Mon–Thu; starting pay $21.73/hr, increasing to $25.56/hr after qualification, at West Palm Beach, FL location. Requires safety training, licenses, and the ability to operate heavy equipment.