Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway | Track Laborer (WLE-0067)
About The Position
The Track Laborer position is a full-time, union position within the Engineering Department of Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway (W&LE). This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of railroad track and related infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient railroad operations in accordance with W&LE standards and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. Track Laborers perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, compliance with operating rules, and maintaining track structure to support reliable freight service.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Ability to perform strenuous physical labor.
- Ability to secure appropriate Commercial Driver’s License within 120 days of hire.
- Ability to comply with union requirements and collective bargaining agreement.
- Ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Commitment to workplace safety and rule compliance.
Responsibilities
- Repair and rebuild railroad track using various power and hand tools.
- Remove and replace railroad ties; pull and drive spikes; shovel and replace ballast.
- Load and unload equipment and materials as assigned.
- Inspect track, trackbed, and right-of-way for defects such as broken rails, defective switches, obstructions, and weather-related issues.
- Perform track maintenance including installing/removing rail anchors, aligning tie plates, cutting rails, plugging spike holes, and operating track jacks.
- Handle and move track materials and equipment weighing between 50 and 100 pounds (with or without assistance as required).
- Operate tools and machinery such as air hammers, powered wrenches, rail drills, portable saws, and other assigned equipment.
- Remove and replace ballast; tamp ballast; assist in unloading ballast.
- Maintain safe working conditions by following company and industry safety rules and wearing required PPE.
- Monitor for visual signals and warning sounds and take appropriate action to protect self and coworkers.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- short-term disability
- Railroad Retirement benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- profit sharing
- paid holidays
- paid vacation
- discretionary bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
