Track Laborer

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. • Americus, GA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Track Laborer, you will help maintain the safety and reliability of railroad infrastructure. You will work outdoors in all weather conditions, using hand tools and heavy equipment to maintain, repair, and replace track components. This physically active role offers hands-on training and opportunities for growth in a dynamic, team-driven environment. The position requires a varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment, including nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call work as needed. It is full-time, with 40 or more hours weekly. The employee must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate; relocation assistance is not offered. Employment requirements include pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review; federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment drug 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.
• Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate.
• Complete pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review.
• Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment drug screening.
• Subject to background screening, including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.
• Able to work a varying schedule in a 24/7 environment, including nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform the physical activities described in the posting, including frequent lifting of tools and equipment up to 76 pounds.

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.
• Experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or willingness to obtain one if required.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable 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 material.
• 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 maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Optional accident, critical illness, hospital, ID theft, and life insurance coverages.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings account plans.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• On-the-job training.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

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