Track Laborer - Regional (Caliente, NV)

Union Pacific Railroad • Caliente, NV

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About The Position

As a Track Laborer - Regional at Union Pacific Railroad, you will be integral to the maintenance and enhancement of railroad tracks within your designated territory. This role involves conducting inspections, performing repairs, and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of trains, contributing to the company's long-standing success in the industry.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworkers and supervisors
• Experience reading and understanding instructions, including operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents
• Successful completion of an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage.

Nice To Haves

• Possess Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or Class B
• Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions
• Experience welding or a welding certificate
• Experience working in a construction-type setting
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as construction or farm equipment
• Experience of 1 year or more in Railroad Maintenance of Way work
• Willingness to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, as well as weekends and holidays
• Have a permanent residence within a 50-mile radius of the hired location by the 60-day probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of railroad tracks, track beds, and track right-of-way to identify problems or defects.
• Perform necessary repairs and replacements of rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties, and other components as required.
• Assist with the handling, unloading, and movement of track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts, or trucks, which may involve digging holes and trenches.
• Execute various track maintenance tasks, repairs, and installations, which may involve operating heavy equipment.
• Maintain track beds by removing vegetation and brush when necessary, and sweeping, picking, and digging out dust or snow from movable track parts.
• Adhere to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures at all times.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers, effectively handling high-pressure situations.
• Ensure strict compliance with all railroad rules and regulations regarding safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Rail Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed