Track Laborer

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; Elma (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail transportation is seeking a Track Laborer to join their team. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and replacing railroad tracks and requires the use of heavy equipment and hand tools. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. Safety compliance and routine maintenance duties are essential, making this an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in a full-time position in the railroad industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
• Experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work preferred

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment.
• Complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports.

Skills

Communication

Equipment maintenance

Tool operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy hand tools

Mechanical and hydraulic tools

Job description

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SUMMARY: The person in this position works as a crew member to maintain, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballast. This position uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment. The position starts as a track maintainer, with an opportunity to qualify as a machine operator.

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY: The person in this position works as a crew member to maintain, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballast. This position uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment. The position starts as a track maintainer, with an opportunity to qualify as a machine operator.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools
• Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material
• 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
• Complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required
• Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry
• Update rules and manuals to ensure continuous compliance with all federal regulations
• Adhere to and promote safe work practices as determined by the railroad
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills And/Or Experience

• Ability to complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required
• Familiarity with equipment such as tampers, regulators, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work preferred

Required Education And/Or Credentials

• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license required
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Rail Transportation