GSMR Laborer

American Heritage Companies•Bryson City, NC

9d•$17 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Lay, repair and maintain track and bridges for standard gauge railroad equipment used in regular railroad service or plant yards.

Valid US Driver's License required
Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
Must be able to interact effectively with coworkers and customers.
Must be able to pass a background check and DMV record check.
Must be able to lift 50lbs repetitively.
Pre-Employment & Random Drug Testing program in compliance with company policy.
Must pass pre-employment fit for duty physical evaluation.
Ability to work closely with others and be able to comprehend and carry out complex tasks.
Experience with operation and repair of hand and power tools as well as tractors and heavy equipment.
Experience with working safely with crew members as a team.

CDL preferred or the ability to obtain with DOT medical card.
Experience with routine servicing and maintenance of off and on-road vehicles and equipment, preferred.

Ability to operate or willingness to learn track related equipment.
Ability to operate and use related tools such as chain saws, pole saws, and rail saws.
Assists in performing all phases of railroad track and bridgework.
Responsible for instating and ensuring compliance to a track equipment and highway vehicle preventative maintenance program.
Performs or assists with hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance as necessary to track equipment and MOW department highway vehicles.
Strict compliance to GSMR procedures/rules, roadway worker safety program and operating rules.
Work as needed and perform all other duties as assigned