Track Crew

SMS Rail Service, Inc.; United States; Presencial; USD 28.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SMS Rail Service, Inc. is seeking a full-time Track Crew member in the United States to build, inspect, maintain, and repair railroad track and related infrastructure. You will replace ties and rail, align and level track, and assist with rehabilitation projects.

You will work outdoors in varying weather, follow all safety procedures, operate hand and power tools, and collaborate with supervisors and crew to keep operations safe and on schedule.

Formación

• Physically demanding work, outdoors in all weather.
• Follow safety protocols and use PPE as required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools.
• Strong teamwork and communication with crew and supervisors.
• Reliability and punctuality; shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays as needed.
• High school diploma preferred; railroad/industrial maintenance experience beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Construct, inspect, maintain, and repair railroad track and related infrastructure.
• Replace ties and rail; align and level track; clear right-of-way; assist with rehabilitation projects.
• Use hand and power tools; operate track maintenance equipment under guidance.
• Adhere to safety procedures; work outdoors with supervision in varying weather conditions.

Conocimientos

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Reliability & punctuality

Flexible shifts

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Hand tools

Power tools

Descripción del empleo

Company Description SMS Rail Service, Inc. is a Class III common carrier railroad headquartered in Logan Township, New Jersey, serving customers across 8 locations from the greater Philadelphia area to upstate New York. The company provides comprehensive rail and multimodal logistics solutions, including railcar movement and storage, rail infrastructure design, construction and rehabilitation, product transloading, and industrial switching. With interchange capabilities with NS Corp., CSX, and CP, SMS Rail Service offers strong connectivity for freight movements. The company’s close relationship with PhilaPort further supports efficient local and international logistics options for its customers.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Track Crew role based in the United States. The Track Crew team is responsible for constructing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing railroad track and related infrastructure to ensure safe and reliable operations. Daily tasks may include replacing ties and rail, aligning and leveling track, clearing right-of-way, using hand and power tools, and assisting with track construction and rehabilitation projects. Team members will follow all safety procedures, operate track maintenance equipment under guidance, and work closely with supervisors and coworkers in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions. The role may involve physical labor, working near moving rail equipment, and occasional overtime or weekend work as project needs require.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, walking long distances, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to work safely around moving rail equipment, follow safety protocols, and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools and power tools for track construction and maintenance tasks.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to follow instructions and collaborate effectively with crew members and supervisors.
• Reliability and punctuality, with flexibility to work varied shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; prior experience in railroad, construction, or industrial maintenance is beneficial.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to the work site; ability to meet company background and drug screening requirements.