Railroad Laborer (Trackman) I

American Track•Mulberry, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Build your career with American Track, an innovative and sustainable railroad maintenance and construction team. The company provides position-specific training for field and office work and offers opportunities for advancement in a hands-on, collaborative environment. This evergreen posting supports the company's ongoing talent pipeline; candidates whose qualifications align with future openings may be contacted as opportunities become available. The Railroad Laborer (Trackman) I performs railroad track maintenance and construction work, including handling track materials, installing and repairing tracks and related infrastructure, and assisting with rail-car rerailing. The role requires work at various job sites, including overnight stays and short-notice mobilizations, in all types of weather. It also involves physical labor, use of railroad tools and equipment, and occasional after-hours or weekend callouts.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must pass required assessments and training and be willing to undergo a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and random drug tests.
Must be willing and able to travel to various job sites, including sites requiring overnight stays and short-notice mobilization.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and sleet.
Must understand and follow verbal and visual communications, respond to audible and visual signals and warnings, and recognize, avoid, and report potential hazards.
Must interact effectively as a team member and be capable of working unsupervised at times.
Must be 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.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Must have close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to 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-powered railroad tools.
Attend after-hours and weekend callouts to repair track damage caused by derailments.
Assist with rerailing train cars.
Follow company and federal rules, policies, and procedures; wear required safety equipment and respond to safety concerns.