Railroad Laborer (Trackman) I

American Track•Muscatine, IA

10d

About The Position

American Track is seeking a Railroad Laborer (Trackman) I to support railroad maintenance and construction work. The company provides position-specific training for field and office work and describes opportunities for advancement in a hands-on, collaborative environment. This evergreen posting collects applications for future openings; candidates whose qualifications align with the company’s needs may be contacted as opportunities become available. The role involves installing and maintaining railroad tracks and related infrastructure, handling track materials and tools, and assisting with rail and train-car repairs. It requires working at varied job sites and in all weather conditions, with travel that may involve overnight stays and short-notice mobilization. The position also includes responding to after-hours and weekend callouts for track damage, including derailments, and following company and federal safety rules.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass required assessments and training and be willing to undergo a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and random drug testing.
Willing and able to travel to various job sites, including sites requiring overnight stays and short-notice mobilization.
Willing and able to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and sleet.
Able to understand and follow verbal and visual communications; respond to audible and visual signals and warnings; and recognize, avoid, and report potential hazards.
Able to interact effectively as a team member and work unsupervised at times.
Physically able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, talk or hear, climb stairs and/or ladders, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Able to use close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in the railroad, heavy construction, or maintenance industry.

Responsibilities

Carry and place track materials using standard railroad maintenance track tools.
Install railroad tracks and embankments, including special track work, road-crossing signage, and rail lubricators.
Perform railroad track maintenance and construction, including changing rail and ties, building track, and adjusting switches.
Operate picks, shovels, and spike mauls for extended periods.
Operate specialized hydraulic and air railroad power tools.
Attend after-hours and weekend callouts to repair track damage, including damage caused by derailments.
Assist in re-railing train cars.
Follow company and federal rules, policies, and procedures; wear required safety equipment; and respond to and act on safety concerns.