LABORER

RailWorks

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves performing a variety of tasks requiring physical labor at construction sites, utilizing hand and power tools and other equipment. It is considered an entry-level role. RailWorks is a leading expert in track and transit systems across North America, with over 100 years of experience and 45 offices in the U.S. and Canada. The company thrives on challenging projects and fosters a collaborative, open-minded work environment that values teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. RailWorks is dedicated to cultivating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance, and provides opportunities for career growth, skill development, and success. RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

A minimum of 0-12 months of relevant construction experience
Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Must be able to travel at 100%.
Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.

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.