Track Maintenance - Laborer District 800, Vernon, TX

BNSF Railway; Vernon (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading railroad company as part of the Track Maintenance Team in Vernon, TX. This full-time role involves constructing and repairing tracks, ensuring safety protocols are followed in diverse weather conditions. Candidates must be physically fit and possess a valid driver's license. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including health care and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health care

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Family support

Discounts

Qualifications

• Legal ability to work in the US without sponsorship.
• At least 18 years old by the start date.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Track maintenance, repair, and installation.
• Maintain trackbed by manually adjusting ballast, ties, and rails.
• Operate power tools and hand tools safely.

Skills

English communication

Job description

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. Join our team to support the movement of essential products that help communities across America and the world. We promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits.

Job Details

• Location: Vernon, TX (Other potential locations: Vernon, TX)
• Start Date: 08/18/2025
• Positions: 2
• Salary: Entry rate approximately $34.90/hr

Apply early as the position may be filled or removed prior to the closing date, approximately seven days after posting.

Role Overview

Embark on a fulfilling career in our Engineering Department as part of the Track Maintenance Team. Your role will involve constructing, inspecting, and repairing tracks and maintaining railway corridors.

This is a full-time (40 hrs/week) position that requires on-call duties, overtime, night shifts, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Travel to job sites for extended periods, sometimes days or weeks, in the designated seniority region is required. Training includes company-paid on-the-job and classroom sessions at the BNSF Training Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Track maintenance, repair, and installation, including rebuilding tracks, pulling spikes, cutting, welding, and removing hazards from the right of way.
• Maintain trackbed by manually adjusting ballast, ties, and rails.
• Operate power tools and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Work in diverse weather conditions and around heavy machinery, following all safety protocols.

Relocation assistance is not provided, and there is a 60-day probationary period. Duties are representative and not exhaustive.

Qualifications

• Legal ability to work in the US without sponsorship.
• At least 18 years old by the start date.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel and work extended periods on-site.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs, distinguish colors, and perform physical activities such as climbing, bending, and standing.
• Proficiency in English communication.

Union membership with the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees (BMWE) and union dues are required. Transfers are handled per union agreement and require approval.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits include health care, life insurance, retirement plans, family support, discounts, and more. Benefits vary by union agreement. Learn more about our benefits.

All positions require background checks, medical review, and drug screening. For roles requiring access to secure areas, a TWIC card is necessary. Visit TSA TWIC information.

BNSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.