Track Laborer

Genesee & Wyoming Main • Manistee, MI

2d

About The Position

SUMMARY: The person in this position works as a crew member to maintain, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballast. This position uses hand tools and operates heavy equipment. The position starts as a track maintainer, with an opportunity to qualify as a machine operator. RESPONSIBILITIES: Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material Use various types of tools and equipment, including tampers, regulators, backhoes, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment Complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry Ability to update rules and manuals to assure continuous compliance with all federal regulations Adhere to and promote safe work practices as determined by the railroad Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required
• Working knowledge of and familiarity with equipment such as tampers, regulators, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience a plus
• Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

• Experience with heavy hand tools, and previous work in an outside environment preferred
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools
• Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material
• Use various types of tools and equipment, including tampers, regulators, backhoes, torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
• Complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports, as required
• Be familiar with federal and state regulations as they relate to the railroad industry
• Ability to update rules and manuals to assure continuous compliance with all federal regulations
• Adhere to and promote safe work practices as determined by the railroad
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees