Railroad Track Worker / Equipment Operator – CDL Required
About The Position
Road & Rail Services is hiring dependable, hardworking individuals to join our traveling railroad track maintenance team. If you already have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), we can teach you the railroad track maintenance side of the job! You do not need previous railroad experience to qualify. We are looking for motivated individuals who enjoy hands-on work, operating equipment, working outdoors, and traveling to different project locations. Our team will provide hands-on training in railroad track maintenance, repair procedures, safety practices, and specialized equipment operation. What you MUST bring is a valid CDL, a strong work ethic, and the willingness to learn. We'll provide the railroad training! Candidates with backgrounds in construction, trucking, agriculture, landscaping, excavation, or heavy equipment operation are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of application.
- Must maintain a driving record that meets company requirements.
- Must be willing to travel regionally, including overnight stays when projects require.
- Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
- Comfortable working in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
- Ability to lift, bend, kneel, climb, and walk on uneven surfaces.
- Willingness to learn railroad track maintenance and equipment operation.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively with a crew.
- Reliable attendance, a positive attitude, and a strong commitment to workplace safety.
Nice To Haves
- Construction or general labor experience
- Commercial driving or equipment transportation experience
- Heavy equipment operation experience
- Farming or agricultural equipment experience
- Excavation or road construction experience
- Landscaping or outdoor maintenance experience
- Mechanical repair or industrial maintenance experience
- Railroad maintenance-of-way (MOW) experience
Responsibilities
- Assist with railroad track construction, inspection, maintenance, and repairs.
- Learn how to replace railroad ties, repair track components, and maintain railroad infrastructure.
- Receive training on specialized railroad maintenance tools, machinery, and equipment.
- Operate or assist with equipment such as backhoes, loaders, tampers, and other track maintenance machinery.
- Transport tools, equipment, and materials to job sites using company vehicles as authorized.
- Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
- Assist with track alignment, grading, vegetation removal, and crossing maintenance.
- Follow railroad safety regulations, company procedures, and supervisor instructions.
- Work alongside experienced crew members to complete projects safely and efficiently.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- Annual Steel Toe Boot Allowance
- Company-Provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Hands-On Railroad Training
- Opportunities for Advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
