LABORER

RailWorks•Vincennes, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor at construction sites, utilizing hand and power tools and other equipment. This position is considered at a beginner level. Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards. Measures, marks, and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed. Controls traffic passing near, in, and around work zones. Removes and replaces track and track components (e.g., ties, rails, bars, etc.) Slides and aligns tie plates. Observes condition of tracks, track beds, and track right of way to detect and report problems or defects. Digs holes and trenches. Utilizes basic hand tools (e.g., sledgehammer, pick, track wrench, spike maul etc.) and follows basic tool maintenance. Complies with all company and railroad safety rules, practices, and regulations. This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A minimum of 0-12 months of relevant construction experience
Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.
Works outdoors at construction sites
Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling of materials, equipment, and tools
Uses hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, and/or assemble objects and tools
Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to 50 pounds
Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
Exposed to loud noise
May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage
Must wear appropriate safety equipment, such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection, as required by the company.

Responsibilities

Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
Measures, marks, and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed.
Controls traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
Removes and replaces track and track components (e.g., ties, rails, bars, etc.)
Slides and aligns tie plates.
Observes condition of tracks, track beds, and track right of way to detect and report problems or defects.
Digs holes and trenches.
Utilizes basic hand tools (e.g., sledgehammer, pick, track wrench, spike maul etc.) and follows basic tool maintenance.
Complies with all company and railroad safety rules, practices, and regulations.