Track Worker / Equipment Operator

Road & Rail Services; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $22.00/hour

Full benefits package

Promote-from-within culture

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Road & Rail Services in Butler, PA is seeking a Track Worker / Equipment Operator to help keep freight moving safely. You will operate backhoes, tampers, or graders, and perform track maintenance under daily safety briefings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs while working outdoors in all weather conditions with a safety-first mindset and willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Safety-first mindset and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoes, tampers, or graders to repair and maintain track.
• Cut rails to precise measurements and replace ties or align track.
• Clear vegetation, lubricate switches, and install crossings.
• Ensure track meets strict standards before trains roll through.

Skills

Safety-first mindset

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Track Worker / Equipment Operator - Butler, PA

Pay: $22.00/hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Build a Career That Goes the Distance

Since 1987, Road & Rail Services has been a trusted partner in rail operations across North America. What started as a small team dedicated to safe and reliable service has grown into a company that supports railroads, plants, and terminals in dozens of states. Our mission is simple but powerful: deliver safe, dependable, and innovative solutions while building long‑term careers for our people. We live our values every day-Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, and Growth. These guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we serve our customers.

A Day in the Life

As a Track Worker / Equipment Operator in Butler, PA, your work keeps freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. Each morning begins with a safety briefing-because safety isn't just a rule here, it's our way of life. You'll join your crew outdoors, working side by side with experienced teammates who share your commitment to getting the job done right. On any given day, you may operate backhoes, tampers, or graders to repair and maintain track. One moment you're cutting rails to precise measurements, the next you're replacing ties or aligning track for a smooth ride. You'll clear vegetation, lubricate switches, and install crossings, always making sure every piece of track meets strict standards before trains roll through. The work is physical, steady, and hands‑on, but it's also deeply rewarding-you'll see the results of your effort every time a train passes safely over the track you maintained. No two days are exactly alike, and every day ends with the pride of knowing your work keeps America's supply chain moving.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Competitive pay starting at $22/hour, with opportunities for advancement
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• A promote‑from‑within culture where career growth is encouraged
• All required safety gear provided, including annual steel‑toe boot allowance

What It Takes to Succeed

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, kneel, climb, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• A strong work ethic, safety‑first mindset, and willingness to learn