Track Crew Member

Fritz-Rumer-Cooke Co., Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company seeks Track Crew Members to join their field construction team. Responsibilities include building and repairing railroad tracks, requiring physical labor and adherence to safety regulations. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in various conditions, with potential for overtime and travel.

Benefits

Health reimbursement arrangement

401K

Paid time off including holidays

Opportunities for paid training and certifications

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Able to communicate clearly with crew and management.
• Must pass federal drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance, and repair of railroad tracks.
• Operate tools and equipment safely per regulations.
• Attend safety briefings and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety Awareness

Job description

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Fritz-Rumer Cooke Co., Inc. (FRC) has been in continuous operation for 146 years. FRC is managed by the 5th generation of the Cooke family along with a group of dedicated and experienced employees. Our services include railroad track design, construction, repair, and inspections, as well as vegetation control and bridge track work. Due to the professionalism and dedication of the entire team we are continuously recognized as safety leaders, most recently as a 2024 Gold Safety Award winner from the National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association. We value the great impact every role in the company has on FRC’s continued success, as well as each individual’s unique contributions and potential.

Job Summary

Track Crew Members are key members of FRC’s field construction teams. The Track Crew Member will perform all tasks associated with building, maintaining, and repairing railroad track and the related facilities. This position requires physical manual labor, assisted by hand and power equipment as appropriate, and is performed primarily outside in all types of weather. Track Crew Members must be able to travel within the United States, with overnight stays, long work-hour durations, and emergency response calls possible. The successful Track Crew Member will ensure understanding and adherence to all safety and jobsite needs/regulations with support from Foremen and Project Managers, will be a clear communicator, and will be willing to continuously learn through trainings and field experience.

Job Duties

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Attend job briefings, crew meetings, safety meetings, and other company meetings as scheduled
• Focus on safety

-Follow safety regulations/protocols on the job

-Assist in ensuring that safe working conditions exist at all times

-Report unsafe conditions to supervisor and follow any other reporting protocols

• Operate tools, equipment, and company vehicles in conformity with manufacturer requirements, FRC policies, safety requirements, and any site-specific regulations
• Inspect and service any tool/equipment used in performance of job duties
• Report safety or operational problems with tool/equipment to supervisor
• Assist in loading/unloading railroad or other building materials
• Assemble components in construction of railroad track and related facilities
• Cut brush along tracks and lubricate switches, as needed
• Complete and submit required FRC accounting, payroll, and other administrative forms

Work Conditions

• Much of the Track Crew Member’s work is outdoors, in all types of weather
• Physical requirements include:

-Frequent standing, bending, lifting, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and similar movements

-Continuous sitting during training, when completing paperwork, traveling to/from jobsites, and operating equipment

• Work may be performed in these locations:

-On or along railroad track that may be active during work times

-On a railroad track bridge, elevated walkway, or other areas of bridge structure

-Near or in coal/mineral mine site locations

-Wide geographical area requiring travel and overnight stays

• Work may expose Track Crew Members to dust, railroad train traffic, highway traffic, loud noises, slippery or uneven footing
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be used, which may include hard hat, safety glasses with side-shields, metatarsal guard safety work boots, etc.

-FRC will provide hard hats and safety glasses at no charge; if metatarsal boots are required, they may be purchased through the company

• Work generally performed during daylight, but may occur at night depending on customer schedules and needs
• Work may require long work-hour durations/rotations
• Emergency response calls are possible at any time or day of the week

Required Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Able to pass federal drug and alcohol testing (pre-hire, random, post-accident, for cause, client contractual, etc.)
• Function well in a team atmosphere
• Willing to take instruction and learn from supervisors and others with jobsite responsibilities
• Can communicate clearly and effectively with other crew members, FRC management and administration, customers, subcontractors, vendors
• Assist all coworkers in performance of duties as needed
• Comprehend and follow written and verbal training materials, regulation information, and instructions
• Abide by all safety regulations of FRC, customers, OSHA, MSHA, and FRA
• Attend all trainings/classes as scheduled by FRC and pass required exams, including but not limited to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Safe Worker Training
• Able to perform work duties in conditions as described above
• Flexible to constantly changing work conditions, both as they relate to work schedule and project site conditions

Rate commensurate with experience and eligible for increases after successful 90-day orientation period

FRC is proud to offer the following benefits:

• Available after 30 days of employment

-Group life, dental, vision, short/long-term disability insurance

-Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (FRC reimburses 50% of cost, including for spouses/dependents)

• Available after 90 days of employment

-Opportunities for merit and skill-based pay rate increases

-Opportunities for paid trainings and certifications

-Paid time off, including holidays

-Employer-funded guaranteed life insurance

-Access to AFLAC, LegalShield, and IDShield

• Available after 6 months of employment

-401K

FRC complies with all applicable regulations of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act and does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, disabilities or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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