Track Laborer - Plankinton, SD

Watco Companies, Inc.; Plankinton (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco Companies, Inc. is seeking a Track Laborer to ensure the safety and efficiency of railroad track infrastructure through inspection, maintenance, and repair tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and a valid driver's license, with capabilities for heavy lifting and outdoor work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek

Competitive compensation and benefits

Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers

Leadership and development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and work outdoors in varying weather.
• Knowledge of Roadway Protection Rules and railroad operations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, load, unload, and install track materials.
• Maintain and repair turnouts and bridges.
• Report accurately and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Heavy Lifting

Problem Recognition

Education

High school diploma or GED

3-6 months related experience

Job description

Job Location:
Plankinton, South Dakota, 57368 United States

Office Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Hourly

Job Type: Full Time

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
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Hourly Pay Rate: $22.00 - $23.00

Description

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, load, unload, and install track materials such as cross ties, switch ties, and ballast.
• Inspect, grind, and transpose rails.
• Maintain and repair turnouts, construct and surface tracks, and handle road crossings.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair bridges, culverts, tunnels, and station facilities.
• Operate scales, fences, signs, and perform vegetation control.
• Remove debris, snow, and foreign materials from tracks.
• Report accurately and timely, interpret safety and operational documents.
• Communicate professionally, understand track authority, and adhere to safety policies.
• Respond to emergencies promptly and perform other assigned duties.

Education and Experience

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

Certificates and Licenses

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow instructions, perform heavy lifting, work outdoors in varying weather, and recognize problems.
• Knowledge of Roadway Protection Rules and railroad operations.

Physical Demands
The physical demands are representative of those needed to perform the essential functions of this job.