Track Maintenance (District 800) - Laborer

BNSF Railway • Amarillo, TX

3d • Onsite

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. Residency Requirement: Maintenance of Way employees must reside within their hired district for the duration of employment. Employees are required to: Maintain residency within the hired district or within 50 miles of a designated BNSF depot serving that district. Notify and obtain written approval from BNSF before any change of residence outside of the hired district. Failure to comply may result in: Loss of travel pay benefits Repayment of previously paid travel expenses Impact to employment status 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 in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization
• At least 18 years of age or will be by the anticipated start date
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location
• Able to work safely in the described working conditions
• Able to work the described shift/hours
• Able to meet the described 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
• Maintain residency within the hired district or within 50 miles of a designated BNSF depot serving that district
• Union membership is with the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees (BMWE) and union dues are required per union agreement

Nice To Haves

• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) may be required for unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities.

Responsibilities

• Track maintenance repair and installation
• Repair and rebuild railroad track
• Perform maintenance by 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, remove/install ties and replacing, cutting, and adjusting rail
• Lift and carry 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
• Engage in daily safety conversations to achieve our vision
• 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
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• 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