Laborer

Herzog•Saint Joseph, MO

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Herzog Railroad Services, Inc. is currently seeking Laborers in St. Joseph, MO to join our team. The General Laborer supports daily operations across the railcar maintenance shop, fabrication shop, and track support areas. This role performs a variety of general labor tasks, assists skilled trades personnel, supports rail switching operations, and ensures shop and yard areas remain safe and organized.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work in various indoor/outdoor environments.
Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn rail and shop processes.
Strong safety awareness and adherence to procedures.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Basic hand and power tool knowledge.
Dependability, adaptability, and strong work ethic.
Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Nice To Haves

Previous industrial, mechanical, or rail experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist welders, fitters, and mechanics with railcar and fabrication shop tasks.
Perform groundwork including coupling/uncoupling cars, and properly aligning switches.
Complete pre- start up switch engine inspection and recognize problems and complete daily checklist.
Safely operate the switch engine including start-up/shut down.
Perform basic switch engine maintenance (e.g., changing brake shoes, adjusting air brake piston travel).
Adhere to safety rules of switching outside and inside the shop.
Assist with track maintenance (driving spikes, lubing switches, tighten joint bars, and recognize needed track maintenance).
Maintain an organized storage yard and safe work environment.
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and hand tools safely.
Perform general shop cleaning, material handling, and basic fabrication support (cutting, grinding, drilling, prepping).
Handle scrap, waste, and recyclable materials per company safety and environmental guidelines.
Work overtime as the need arises.
Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
Other duties as assigned.