Roaming Track Laborer — Rail Construction & Maintenance

Norfolk Southern Corp.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corporation seeks a Track Laborer to perform physical labor on railroad tracks across various job sites, using hand tools and equipment. Interviews will be held in Knoxville, TN.

You will lift, place, and connect track components, install crossties, and work with ballast while following safety rules and PPE requirements. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 18+ years old, valid driver's license, ability to lift 75 pounds, and willingness to travel including

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Capable of lifting and carrying at least 75 pounds.
• Willing to travel to multiple job sites, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Carry and place track materials using hand tools such as tie tongs, rail tongs, rail forks, lining bars, shovels, and jacks.
• Attach rail to ties using spike mauls or spike drivers.
• Remove spikes with claw bars, spike lifters, and spike pullers.
• Lift, position, and install railroad crossties and related components.
• Connect and disconnect rail using track, power wrenches, or welding materials.
• Move, clean, and tamp ballast with shovels and ballast forks.
• Raise tracks, turnouts, crossings, and rails with jacks.
• Cut materials with torches and saws; drill holes with multiple drill motors.
• Work alongside heavy equipment and participate in safety meetings.
• Wear all required PPE and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Crew communication

Follow signals

Hazard awareness

Learning agility

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Norfolk Southern Corporation seeks a Track Laborer to perform physical labor on railroad tracks across various job sites, using hand tools and equipment. Interviews will be held in Knoxville, TN.

You will lift, place, and connect track components, install crossties, and work with ballast while following safety rules and PPE requirements. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 18+ years old, valid driver's license, ability to lift 75 pounds, and willingness to travel including