Track Laborers

Herzog; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Safety Boots Allowance Program

Job summary

Herzog Contracting Corp. seeks Track Laborers to join our Austin, TX team. The role covers installing track, operating track machines, and performing heavy lifting in a safety‑conscious environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and communicate in English, and on‑the‑job training. PPE is provided; pre‑employment checks and physicals may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Entry level, on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to work under time pressure and stay calm in emergencies.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• PPE provided including Safety Boots Allowance Program.

Responsibilities

• Install railroad track and embankments including special track work and road crossings.
• Operate and work with a range of track machines and hand tools.
• Work as part of a crew or independently under supervision.
• Follow safety policies and maintain attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

English communication

Stamina/physical endurance

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rail equipment operation

Job description

Overview

Herzog Contracting Corp. is seeking Track Laborers in Austin, TX to join our team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Installs railroad track and embankments including special track work, road crossings, signage, and rail lubricators
• Capable of using hand and power tools and a wide variety of sizes and types of track machines including:
• Spike pullers, spike drivers, tie adze, hydraulic rail jacks, power wrenches, tie boring machines, rail drills, rail grinders, and rail saws
• Highway trucks equipped with rail guide wheels, hydraulic booms, and lift gates to remove and replace ties, rails, fasteners - cut or screw spikes, anti-creepers, bolts, elastic clips, insulators, rail seat pads, and conventional and insulated rail joints, special track work components, crushed rock ballast, crossing surfaces, paving, subgrade material, vegetation, signs, and structures.
• May work as a member of a crew or independently.
• May work under the direction of a Railroad Track Foreman or Railroad Track Welder.
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Entry level, on-the-job training provided
• Ability to complete work under time pressures and to maintain composure under the stress of emergency situations.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) the English language.
• Company provides required Personal Protective Equipment including a Safety Boots Allowane Program.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Regularly lift up to 75 pounds of weight, up to an end height of 36 inches for a distance of up to 10 feet.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds of weight, up to an end height of 48 inches for a distance of up to 10 feet.
• Regularly carry weight up to 16 pounds for a distance of up to 100 feet.
• Regularly push/pull a force up to 25 pounds for up to eight minutes continuously.
• Regularly grasp/squeeze equipment or tools with a force up to 40 pounds.

• Regularly ascend and descend a 10 step ladder with up to 25 pounds. Frequently climb on/off equipment.

• Regularly ascend/descend a step with a height of 28 inches from the floor.
• Regularly kneel, bend, squat for extended periods of time.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to 1 mile.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).
• Available to work a 40 hour work week subject to overtime, on call and alternate shifts that may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.

• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.

Safety:

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits:

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog:

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

It is the policy of Herzog Contracting Corp. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.