Rail Laborer Somerset

Vorst Paving•Somerset, KY

4d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

A ground worker that will complete all tasks associated with constructing, altering repairing maintaining and demolishing railroad tracks and associated structures and components.

Requirements

High School Diploma, High School Equivalence Certificate, or experience to compensate.
Valid driver’s license is required
Must be able to travel up to 100% of the time
Overnight stays may be
Must be able to pass required tests, random screenings (drug and alcohol) and training including DOT physicals
must be able to pass all FRA regulations
Must be able to shovel, lift, use a sledge hammer and spike maul, run small equipment repeatedly throughout an 8-to-12-hour shift.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
Must be able to move large railroad material and components.
You are responsible for lace-up steel-toed boots at least 6 inches high, Short-sleeve t-shirt (long sleeves are acceptable but no cut-offs or tank tops), long pants that completely cover your legs, do not have excessive holes or rips, and are of a material to withstand heavy construction

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of work experience in construction field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Be on time, everyday
Arrive at truck to leave ready to work, boots on with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Help maintain equipment including cleanliness
Unload and load equipment
Remove old spikes
Handle, position and attach rails and ties
Ballast maintenance
Cutting and drilling materials with different tools
Carry and set track materials with hand tools (rail forks, tie/rail tongs, lining bars, etc.)
Work alongside heavy equipment
Always maintain a safe work environment and work safely
Communicate with crew and foreman
Performs all other duties as assigned by Foreman or Management Team