Track Welder - IN

Marmon Railroad Services; United States; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discount program

Vacation

Employee discount program

Job summary

Railserve in Indiana is hiring dependable Track Welders to support track construction and maintenance projects. This is a hands-on, outdoor role requiring travel to multiple job sites and physical endurance.

As part of Marmon Holdings, Railserve focuses on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence while offering year-round opportunities and a strong benefits program. Compensation is based on experience and project needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Arc welding experience is required.
• Thermite welding experience preferred.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild railroad track components using hand tools, welding and grinding.
• Perform track maintenance tasks such as installing/removing ties, spiking, and ballast handling.
• Operate track equipment with safety and efficiency in outdoor environments.
• Inspect track condition and identify defects during site visits.
• Safely handle heavy materials and travel to multiple job sites as needed.
• Follow safety rules and wear required PPE; travel to multiple sites.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Arc welding experience

Thermite welding experience

Heavy physical labor

English communication

Regulatory reading

Background check/drug screening

Tools

Hydraulic/Pneumatic hammer

Air/Battery impact wrenches

Rail drill

Rail saw

Rail tongs

Job description

Railserve As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Railserve is hiring dependable, safety-focused Track Welders to support track construction and maintenance projects in Indiana. This is a hands-on, outdoor role requiring travel to various job sites and working in physically demanding environments.

Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety-focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at www.Railserve.com

Job Description

Repair and rebuild railroad track. Physical duties will require frequent walking over extended areas with uneven footing; flexibility sufficient for track maintenance tasks such as flexing to pick up tie plates; balance sufficient to walk on ballast; standing for more than half of each work day with periodic breaks; lift/carry and push/pull equipment and other objects weighing 25 lbs. (frequently), 50 lbs. (occasionally), and 75 lbs. (infrequently); occasional climbing on ladders; bending, stooping, and kneeling; good eye-hand coordination; and bilateral dexterity.

Schedule: Full-time, schedule varies based on project needs, travel, and site requirements.

Compensation: Based on experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES

A Welder's job consists of repairing/rebuilding railroad track components, using hand tools to do so. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, welding/grinding track components and thermite welding. In order to perform this work you may be required to perform the following tasks: removing and replacing ties, pulling and driving spikes, shoveling rock ballast, loading and unloading equipment and material, repair and replace rail and remove and apply rail anchors and various other tasks, as assigned.

PERFORM TRACK MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND INSTALLATION

• Drive spikes into ties with a spike maul;
• Pull spikes with a claw bar;
• Install and remove rail anchors;
• Slide, place, and align tie plates under rails;
• Cut in new rails;
• Plug old spike holes;
• With assistance, lift rails using a manual track jack;
• Sweep off ballast /rock from track and switches.

HANDLE AND MOVE TRACK MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

• With assistance, load/unload equipment weighing 85- to 100 lbs. (air hammer) from back of cart or truck and carry to work site;
• Without assistance, load/unload equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. (track jack, rail saw, rail drill);
• With assistance, remove and install rail using rail tongs;
• With assistance, remove ties and slide new ties into place using two-man tie tongs;
• With assistance, move debris away from work site (spike cans, anchors).

PRACTICE SAFE WORK HABITS

• Understand and follow company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures, wear prescribed safety apparel;
• Take appropriate action when conditions threaten safety of self or coworkers;
• Ensure equipment and work area are in safe operating condition before starting work;
• Monitor for emergency situations by identifying visual signals and warning sounds.

OBSERVE THE CONDITION OF TRACK AND TRACK RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR PROBLEMS OR DEFECTS

• Make quick visual inspections for broken rails, and defective switch components.

WORK WITH EQUIPMENT

• Safely and effectively operate a hydraulic/pneumatic hammer to drive spikes;
• Air or battery powered impact wrenches to loosen or tighten track bolts;
• Powered rail drill to drill holes in rail;
• Portable abrasive rail saw to cut rails;
• Spike pullers to remove spikes.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required Must have a valid driver's license. Arc welding experience. Experience with cutting and other related welding techniques. Thermite welding experience preferred. Ability to perform heavy physical labor. Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues. Must be capable of performing physically strenuous work on a continuous basis. Must be able to read and comprehend regulations and instructions as well as possess good verbal communication skills. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively handle conflict situations. Ability to speak English in a clear, concise manner to communicate with coworker(s) and supervisor(s) is required. Ability to successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening. Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Must be 18 years of age or older.

Preferred Experience operating construction or farm equipment. 1 year(s) Railroad Maintenance of Way work experience. Bilingual (Spanish). Welding certificate.

WORK AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Compliance with the applicable attendance policy is an essential function of this position. Travel will be required. Walking extensively on uneven surfaces. Continuous bending, stooping and kneeling are required for this position.

Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection where the company requires. Outside work is required regardless of weather conditions. Work takes place in many rural remote geographic areas. On the road or traveling, as required. You are subject to overtime, and weekend, holiday, and/or night work. Must be willing and able to work around large equipment such as railcars, locomotives and cranes. Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements. Must practice safe work habits to prevent on the job accidents and injuries. Must properly utilize all protective equipment assigned.

What We Offer (Benefits)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Grow With Us Don’t worry if you don’t meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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