Track Laborer - Kansas

Marmon Railroad Services; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Sickness and accident income

401(k) with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Prescription safety wear

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discount program

Job summary

Marmon Railroad Services is hiring for a full‑time Track Laborer to support track construction, maintenance, and inspection projects. This hands-on, outdoor role requires teamwork to ensure safe and efficient rail operations across sites.

Starting wage is $20.00 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package. You will perform physically demanding tasks, wear PPE, and contribute to critical infrastructure projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to perform physically demanding labor outdoors.
• Must follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Ability to lift, carry and handle heavy materials and equipment.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Drive spikes and assist with track installation and maintenance.
• Move and set cross ties and sections of rail.
• Shovel ballast and support track alignment.
• Adjust and lubricate switches.
• Tighten track bolts and hardware.
• Check track gauge and cross level.
• Carry and use track tools and equipment (including track jack ~40 lbs).
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Mathematics & reading

Military experience (a plus)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Track tools

Job description

Railserve As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Railserve is hiring dependable, safety-focused Track Laborers in Kansas to support track construction, maintenance, and inspection projects. This is a hands‑on, outdoor role working as part of a team to ensure safe and efficient rail operations. Who We Are Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on‑site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety‑focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at www.Railserve.com.

Job Description

In this role, you will perform physically demanding labor, assist with track installation and maintenance, and support field operations in a fast‑paced environment. If you enjoy working outdoors, being part of a team, and contributing to critical infrastructure projects, this role may be a great fit.

Schedule

Full‑time; schedule varies based on site and operational needs, including nights and weekends as required

Compensation

Starting at $20.00 per hour (based on experience)

Duties

• Drive spikes and assist with track installation and maintenance
• Move and set cross ties and sections of rail
• Shovel ballast and support track alignment
• Adjust and lubricate switches
• Tighten track bolts and hardware
• Check track gauge and cross level
• Carry and use track tools and equipment (including track jack ~40 lbs)
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to perform physically demanding labor in outdoor environments
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy materials and equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work on uneven terrain
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills
• Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits)

Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Grow With Us

Don’t worry if you don’t meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our teams are built on strong collaboration, and we invest in developing our employees for long‑term success.

#LI-DNI Pay Range

18.00 - 22.00

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more! Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job‑related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find.

Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.