Track Laborer: Travel, Outdoors & Rail Maintenance

Marmon Railroad Services; United States; Remote; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Sick/Accident income

401(k) with company match

Safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discount

Job summary

Railserve, part of Marmon Holdings and backed by Berkshire Hathaway, seeks dependable Track Laborers for a traveling crew based in Illinois. This outdoor, hands-on role supports track construction and maintenance across multiple job sites, with travel and physically demanding work.

Ideal candidates will be safety-focused, able to work as part of a team, and comfortable performing strenuous tasks with required PPE.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Willingness to travel and work at various job sites.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Drive spikes and assist with track installation and maintenance.
• Move and set cross ties and sections of rail.
• Shovel ballast and assist with 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 jacks ~40 lbs).
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical labor

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Willingness to travel

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Track equipment handling

Job description

Railserve, part of Marmon Holdings and backed by Berkshire Hathaway, seeks dependable Track Laborers for a traveling crew based in Illinois. This outdoor, hands-on role supports track construction and maintenance across multiple job sites, with travel and physically demanding work.

Ideal candidates will be safety-focused, able to work as part of a team, and comfortable performing strenuous tasks with required PPE.