Railroad Timber Bridge Laborer

Martinus Rail; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Martinus Rail is hiring for a Bridge Laborer in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The role involves building timber railroad bridges, using hand tools, and operating heavy equipment to support construction projects.

The position requires a strong safety mindset, physical stamina, and the ability to work with a range of tools and machines. CDL preferred, and full-time hours are offered in a rail infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience a plus.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safety conscious work ethic.
• Repair and rebuild railroad bridge structures using hydraulic or hand tools.
• Use various types of tools and equipment, including tampers, regulators, backhoes, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment.
• Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry.
• Update rules and manuals to assure continuous compliance with all railroad regulations.
• Adhere to and promote safe work practices.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

18+ years old

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license; CDL preferred

Any education/work experience equivalent

Tools

Tampers

Regulators

Backhoes

Torches

Hammers

Jacks

Pneumatic tools

Job description

The person in this position works as a crew member to build timber railroad bridges. This position uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment.

Job Type:

Full-time

Job Title:

Bridge Laborer

Company Description:

Martinusis a market leading, full-service railway infrastructure company that builds and maintains large scale railroads and intermodals within North America. We have the internal resources necessary to construct full turnkey railway projects for the Class 1, Shortline and Industrial markets. Martinus has a solution-focused approach which helps clients meet their goals and achieve the best possible outcomes, developing project solutions in partnership with clients. This is backed up by 18 years of experience delivering complex multi-disciplinary railroad projects across the globe.

For more information, visit www.martinusbottomline.com and follow Martinus on LinkedIn.

Education / Credentials:

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience a plus
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred

Key Job Elements:

The primary duties include and are not limited to the following:

• Maintain a safety conscious work ethic.
• Repair and rebuild railroad bridge structures using hydraulic or hand tools..
• Use various types of tools and equipment, including tampers, regulators, backhoes, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment.
• Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry.
• Ability to update rules and manuals to assure continuous compliance with all railroad regulations.
• Adhere to and promote safe work practices.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.