Track Laborer

INDIANA RAILROAD COMPANY•Linton, IN

12h•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

BASIC FUNCTION: To safely and efficiently: perform duties relating to inspection, maintenance, repair and improvement of the track structure and other railroad property/facilities. Operate and maintain equipment. Transport crew and equipment to/from jobsite. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Track Supervisor Supervises: N/A ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Inspect, repair and/or install track and track components, such as the rail, ties, bars, ballast etc. Inspect, repair and/or install replace track switches Inspect, repair and/or install fences, waylands, bridges, street and railroad crossings Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge Cut rails to specific lengths Adjust, lift and roll rails Slide and align tie plates Drill holes through rails for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts at joints that hold ends or rails together Sort track material for loading and unloading Clear brush, vegetation, snow, litter etc. from right-of-way; establish and maintain drainage Spray switches, angle bars and joints with oil for lubrication Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Participate in group discussions including unit meetings, job briefings, safety meetings or process reviews Maintain maintenance-of-way documentation such as summaries and reports Receive instructions, requests, orders, and information from posted bulletins, memorandums, rules and regulation manuals Operate equipment necessary to inspect, repair and improve track structure and other railroad property/facilities Assist Foremen/Track Inspectors and Machine Operators/Welders, as directed Employment Conditions: Work safely, follow standard procedures, be alert and take necessary precautions to prevent on the job accidents and injuries Wear required protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses Work hours include a nonstandard workweek (overtime, various shift work and be call out during the week, weekend and holidays outside of normal scheduled hours) Complete annual training and pass safety and track worker rules examinations Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol Must pass and maintain all required assessments, certifications and licenses Must pass a background screening This is a safety sensitive position. Must pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test Must obtain and maintain Commercial Drivers License (CDL) B certification within 6 months from end of probationary period Must meet the requirements under Track Warrant Control, On Track Worker Safety Rules, General Code of Operating Rules, INRD Timetables, Safety Rules and Bridge Worker Safety Rules within 90 days from end of probationary period Must successfully complete probationary period (90 days) Physical Requirements: Walk long distance over uneven terrain, work around moving equipment, climb, ascend and descend locomotives Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturers weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis Reach, bend, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, stand, balance and lift in the course of duties Talk/hear (communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information) See (detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess) Must possess at least 20/40 in each eye with or without corrective lenses. Must be able to recognize and distinguish colors displayed by signals, signs, etc. Has ability to distinguish with no more than four (4) errors in a sixteen (16) plate isochromatic test. Must possess an average hearing threshold (in the better ear) of 40db at 500HZ 1000HZ and 2000HZ, aided or unaided. Basic Competencies: Verbal comprehension (understand oral and written communications) Communication skills (listen, speak and write clearly and concisely) Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills) Accountability (demonstrate and communicate a high level of ownership and commitment to achieving results) Teamwork (work closely with employees toward a common goal) Basic math Environmental Conditions: Work outside in all weather conditions (severe weather and extreme temperatures possible) and on occasion at elevated heights Work in a vehicle or cab Exposure to noise (from diesel engines, air brake equipment, track equipment, sanders, horns, radios etc.) Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis Exposure to adverse environmental conditions possible (such as dust, pollen, fumes, etc.) All INRD employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required safety training, proactively promote safety at work and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. INRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED
18 years of age or older
Valid Driver's License
Work safely, follow standard procedures, be alert and take necessary precautions to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Wear required protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
Work hours include a nonstandard workweek (overtime, various shift work and be call out during the week, weekend and holidays outside of normal scheduled hours)
Complete annual training and pass safety and track worker rules examinations
Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
Must pass and maintain all required assessments, certifications and licenses
Must pass a background screening
This is a safety sensitive position.
Must pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test
Must obtain and maintain Commercial Drivers License (CDL) B certification within 6 months from end of probationary period
Must meet the requirements under Track Warrant Control, On Track Worker Safety Rules, General Code of Operating Rules, INRD Timetables, Safety Rules and Bridge Worker Safety Rules within 90 days from end of probationary period
Must successfully complete probationary period (90 days)
Walk long distance over uneven terrain, work around moving equipment, climb, ascend and descend locomotives
Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturers weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment
Heavy work, lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
Reach, bend, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, stand, balance and lift in the course of duties
Talk/hear (communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information)
See (detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess)
Must possess at least 20/40 in each eye with or without corrective lenses.
Must be able to recognize and distinguish colors displayed by signals, signs, etc.
Has ability to distinguish with no more than four (4) errors in a sixteen (16) plate isochromatic test.
Must possess an average hearing threshold (in the better ear) of 40db at 500HZ 1000HZ and 2000HZ, aided or unaided.
Verbal comprehension (understand oral and written communications)
Communication skills (listen, speak and write clearly and concisely)
Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
Accountability (demonstrate and communicate a high level of ownership and commitment to achieving results)
Teamwork (work closely with employees toward a common goal)
Basic math
Work outside in all weather conditions (severe weather and extreme temperatures possible) and on occasion at elevated heights
Work in a vehicle or cab
Exposure to noise (from diesel engines, air brake equipment, track equipment, sanders, horns, radios etc.)
Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis
Exposure to adverse environmental conditions possible (such as dust, pollen, fumes, etc.)
All INRD employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required safety training, proactively promote safety at work and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
Experience in the railroad industry
Track maintenance experience
Heavy machine/equipment operating experience
Welding experience

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair and/or install track and track components, such as the rail, ties, bars, ballast etc.
Inspect, repair and/or install replace track switches
Inspect, repair and/or install fences, waylands, bridges, street and railroad crossings
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge
Cut rails to specific lengths
Adjust, lift and roll rails
Slide and align tie plates
Drill holes through rails for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts at joints that hold ends or rails together
Sort track material for loading and unloading
Clear brush, vegetation, snow, litter etc. from right-of-way; establish and maintain drainage
Spray switches, angle bars and joints with oil for lubrication
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Participate in group discussions including unit meetings, job briefings, safety meetings or process reviews
Maintain maintenance-of-way documentation such as summaries and reports
Receive instructions, requests, orders, and information from posted bulletins, memorandums, rules and regulation manuals
Operate equipment necessary to inspect, repair and improve track structure and other railroad property/facilities
Assist Foremen/Track Inspectors and Machine Operators/Welders, as directed