Track Laborer

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. • Washington Court House, OH

3h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Track Laborer, you will help maintain the safety and reliability of railroad infrastructure. The role involves working outdoors in all weather conditions and using hand tools and heavy equipment to maintain, repair, and replace track components. It is physically active and includes hands-on training and opportunities for growth in a team-driven environment.

The position is full-time, with 40 or more hours per week, on a varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call work as needed. The employee must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate; relocation assistance is not offered.

Employment is subject to pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review; federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment screening; and background screening, including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Able to complete written forms and reports as required.
• Able to read and interpret documents, including safety rules, manuals, and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work.
• Situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb ladders and equipment while maintaining three points of contact.
• Able to squat, bend, lift overhead, and spend extended periods kneeling or crouching.
• Able to frequently lift equipment and tools weighing up to 76 pounds.
• Must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of equipment such as torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
• Skill in routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or willingness to obtain one if required.

Responsibilities

• Comply with applicable federal, state, and other railroad safety and operational regulations.
• Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor.
• Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools.
• Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; and load and unload equipment and materials.
• Inspect tools and equipment for defects and determine whether they are safe to use.
• Use tools and equipment including torches, hammers, jacks, rail saws, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Optional accident, critical illness, hospital, identity theft, and life insurance coverages.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account plans.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• On-the-job training and paid training.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Railroad Retirement and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED