Track Maintenance - Laborer - Hanford, CA

BNSF Railway•Hanford, CA

1d•$36

About The Position

Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our Engineering Department means contributing to the backbone of our nation's rail infrastructure. As a member of our Track Maintenance Team, you'll play a vital role in constructing, inspecting, and repairing tracks and other railroad assets and maintaining our railway corridors. This is a full-time (40hrs/wk) position and is subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Travel is required to (and remain at) job sites for extended periods, sometimes for days or weeks at a time, in the designated seniority region. Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.

Requirements

Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
At least 18 years of age or will be by the anticipated start date listed above.
Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
Ability to report for duty at the designated work location.
Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
Able to work the above shift/hours.
Able to meet the above travel requirements.
Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English.
Available to travel to and remain on job sites in designated seniority region and remain on site for extended periods, sometimes days or weeks at a time.
Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally.
Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow, and lunar (clear) light.
Ability to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environment.
Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning, and pulling.
Occasionally climb on/off equipment Bend, walk, stand and sit for extended time, use hand tools.
Follow safety policies and procedures along with rules compliance; wear required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Track maintenance repair and installation
Repair and rebuild railroad track as well as perform maintenance by pulling spikes, cutting, welding, or drilling rail.
Maintaining a clean right of way by removing hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage.
Maintain trackbed which includes manually compressing ballast, remove/install ties and replacing, cutting, and adjusting rail in addition to lifting and carrying materials with assistance.
Operate equipment – power hand tools such as electric, pneumatic or hydraulic tools (drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws and grinders) as well as non-powered hand tools and shovels, picks, saws, and grinders.
Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet) , walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.
Adhere to safety regulations, rules, and policies, including wearing safety equipment, responding to concerns, and taking action in emergencies.

Benefits

A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinion services, and high-quality care network options.
You will also have life insurance, provided at no cost to you.
A Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan to help you meet your retirement goals.
Family benefits including parental and pediatric support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and spending accounts.
Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships and more!

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