Railyard General Laborer: Outdoor, Hands-On Teamwork

1st Response Rail Service, Inc; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

First Response Rail Service, Inc. in Newark, NJ is seeking a dependable General Laborer to support daily operations at the railyard. This hands-on role involves outdoor work, assisting crew members, handling materials, and keeping work areas clean and organized.

You will follow safety procedures and learn tasks quickly while contributing as part of a team. Ideal candidates are punctual, safety-minded, and willing to perform physical tasks.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and perform physical work in an outdoor industrial environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor duties throughout the railyard as directed.
• Assist with loading, unloading, moving, and organizing materials and supplies.
• Support railcar cleaning, maintenance, repair, and transloading activities as assigned and trained.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely after receiving proper instruction.
• Keep work areas, tools, and equipment clean and orderly.
• Remove debris and report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or other hazards promptly.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and communicate clearly with crew members.
• Stay alert around moving rail equipment, vehicles, and machinery.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow company and site safety procedures.
• Complete required training and assigned paperwork.
• Maintain reliable attendance, arrive ready to work, and limit personal phone use to authorized breaks or approved situations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

First Response Rail Service, Inc. in Newark, NJ is seeking a dependable General Laborer to support daily operations at the railyard. This hands-on role involves outdoor work, assisting crew members, handling materials, and keeping work areas clean and organized.

You will follow safety procedures and learn tasks quickly while contributing as part of a team. Ideal candidates are punctual, safety-minded, and willing to perform physical tasks.