Track Laborer - Nitro, WV

Watco Transloading; Middleport (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Watco Transloading is seeking a Track Laborer to join our team. This role involves the inspection, repair, and maintenance of railroad track infrastructure, requiring physical strength and adherence to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions and possess a valid driver’s license.

Benefits

Paid on-the-job training

Leadership programs through Watco University

Outstanding corporate culture

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Related experience preferred (3-6 months).

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain railroad track infrastructure.
• Perform tasks related to loading and unloading track materials.
• Follow safety rules and practices during operations.

Skills

Communication

Heavy lifting

Outdoor Work

Problem Recognition

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world’s supply chain moving. That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team. One Watco.

Here’s what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University

Hourly Pay Rate: $22.00 - $23.00

Location: This position works out of Nitro, WV and Middleport, OH.

Description

The Track Laborer position requires safely inspecting, repairing, and maintaining railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient service. This is a manual labor role, requiring proficiency in various skills, duties, and requirements during a prescribed training period.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, unload, load, distribute, pick-up, install cross ties, switch ties, and other track material and ballast.
• Inspect, unload, distribute, load, pick-up, install, grind, and transpose rail.
• Inspect, load, unload, distribute, pick-up, remove, construct, maintain, and repair turnouts.
• Inspect, patrol, construct, install, retire, remove, surface, gauge, line, and shift track.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, and repair road crossings.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, repair, paint, renew, and replace bridges.
• Inspect, protect, flag, maintain, repair, and construct culverts and tunnels.
• Inspect, dismantle, remove, maintain, repair, and paint station facilities.
• Inspect, test, maintain, repair, construct, and install scales.
• Inspect, remove, maintain, repair, construct, and install right of way, sand, and snow fences.
• Inspect, construct, install, maintain, clean, and paint signs.
• Cut and dispose of vegetation.
• Clean debris from switches.
• Remove snow or other foreign materials from track infrastructure.
• Report accurately and timely as required.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and regulations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively.
• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of track authority.
• Meet performance metrics and deadlines.
• Practice safe work habits, following policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Respond promptly to accidents, incidents, or emergencies.
• Read gauges, measuring instruments, schematics, and manuals constantly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or 3-6 months related experience; or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Ability to pass required safety and operational tests and training.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Apply common sense and understanding to instructions.
• Write legibly.
• Perform heavy lifting.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Recognize problems.
• Knowledge of Roadway Protection Rules and railroad operations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands include the ability to perform essential functions, such as lifting, outdoor work, and other physical activities, as described.