Track Maintenance - Laborer-Dubuque IA

BNSF Railway • Dubuque, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

BNSF Railway is one of the largest U.S. railroads, transporting freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. Joining the Engineering Department as a member of the Track Maintenance Team means contributing to the nation's rail infrastructure by constructing, inspecting, repairing tracks, and maintaining railway corridors. This is a full-time (40hrs/wk) position, subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Travel to job sites for extended periods (days or weeks) within the designated seniority region is required. Employees must reside within their hired district or within 50 miles of a designated BNSF depot. Training is company-paid, including on-the-job and classroom training at the BNSF Training Center. The work environment is safety-sensitive, involving diverse and extreme weather conditions, uneven surfaces, loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery. Safety is a core value, requiring adherence to regulations, wearing safety equipment, and responding to emergencies. Relocation assistance is not available, and there is a 60-day probationary period. BNSF encourages individuals from all backgrounds, providing resources for full potential development in a supportive and inclusive environment.

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 of 05/04/2026.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location.
• Able to work safely in diverse and extreme weather conditions, on uneven surfaces, around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.
• Able to work on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to meet travel requirements to and remain at job sites for extended periods (days or weeks) in the designated seniority region.
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English.
• 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.
• Maintain residency within the hired district or within 50 miles of a designated BNSF depot serving that district.
• Union membership with the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees (BMWE) and payment of union dues are required.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background verification, medical review, and pre-employment drug screen.
• Obtain a TWIC if work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform track maintenance repair and installation, including repairing and rebuilding railroad track, pulling spikes, cutting, welding, or drilling rail.
• Maintain a clean right of way by removing hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage.
• Maintain trackbed, which includes manually compressing ballast, removing/installing ties, and replacing, cutting, and adjusting rail.
• Lift and carry materials with assistance.
• Operate power hand tools such as electric, pneumatic or hydraulic tools (drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws and grinders).
• Operate non-powered hand tools such as shovels, picks, saws, and grinders.
• 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.
• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed