Track Laborer PROG

Patriot Branding 2026; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Patriot Rail is seeking personnel for maintenance roles in Silver Creek, MS. You will inspect, repair, and maintain railroad track and related structures to ensure safe and reliable freight movement.

The position involves replacing components, operating maintenance equipment, and identifying track defects in all weather conditions, working within a safety‑driven team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
• Experience in construction, heavy equipment, maintenance, railroad, or manual labor environments.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain railroad track and track structures.
• Replace ties, rail, spikes, and other track components.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and track maintenance equipment.
• Identify and correct track defects and safety concerns.
• Support maintenance projects that keep freight moving safely and reliably.
• Work as part of a team committed to safety, quality, and performance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Safety mindset

Job description

Silver Creek, MS - PROG
Silver Creek, MS 39663, USA

Description

WHY PATRIOT RAIL

At Patriot Rail, you'll have the opportunity to learn the railroad, develop valuable skills, and build a long-term career. Your work helps maintain the infrastructure that keeps our operations running safely and reliably and keeps freight moving for American businesses and communities.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting at $50 monthly for EE only
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 12%
• Training and tuition paid
• Life and disability coverage — 100% company paid
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Inspect, repair, and maintain railroad track and track structures.
• Replace ties, rail, spikes, and other track components.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and track maintenance equipment.
• Identify and correct track defects and safety concerns.
• Support maintenance projects that keep freight moving safely and reliably.
• Work as part of a team committed to safety, quality, and performance.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
• Experience in construction, heavy equipment, maintenance, railroad, or manual labor environments.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

THE PATRIOT WAY

KEEP AMERICA MOVING. BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH PATRIOT RAIL.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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