Rail Yard General Labor

A&K Railroad Materials Inc; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursements

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

A&K Railroad Materials Inc is hiring a General Laborer to support yard operations at our Kansas City, KS location. This full-time, Monday–Friday role is hands-on, outdoors, and involves physical work with a team.

The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and active contribution to daily operations. Responsibilities include moving and staging rail materials, assisting yard operations, operating basic tools and forklifts (training provided), and keeping work areas clean and safe.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical labor throughout the workday.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Prior labor or yard experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Move, sort, load, and stage railroad materials and yard inventory.
• Assist with general yard operations and production support.
• Operate basic tools and forklifts safely (training provided).
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe indoor and outdoor work areas.
• Collaborate with teammates to meet daily operational needs.

Skills

Physical labor

Teamwork

Reliability

Outdoor work

Job description

Description

A&K Railroad Materials is a national rail manufacturing and supply company with more than 65 years in the industry. We are hiring a General Laborer to support yard operations at our Kansas City, Ks location. This is a full-time, M-F hands-on role for individuals who prefer physical work and being outdoors.

As a General Laborer, you will assist with the movement, staging, and organization of railroad materials throughout the yard. This position requires working both indoors and outdoors and supporting daily operations in a team-based environment. The work is active and fast-paced, with safety and teamwork as top priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Move, sort, load, and stage rail materials and other yard inventory
• Assist with general yard operations and production support
• Operate basic tools, equipment, and forklifts safely (training provided)
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe indoor and outdoor work areas
• Work closely with team members to meet daily operational needs

Requirements

What Were Looking For:

• Reliable and motivated individuals with a strong work ethic
• Ability to perform physical labor throughout the workday
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Prior labor or yard experience is helpful but not required

Why Work at A&K Railroad Materials:

• Competitive pay
• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)
• Opportunities for advancement
• Stable company with long-term growth
• Tuition reimbursements

This is a physically demanding role ideal for someone who enjoys staying active and contributing to a hardworking team.