Track Maintenance - Truck Driver-District 800, Temple, TX

BNSF Railways • Temple, TX

30d • $38

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).
• 21 years of age or older
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location.
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) in English.
• 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 lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally.
• Possess a valid Class A CDL with HAZMAT and air-brake endorsements or be able to obtain one within first 60 days of employment.
• Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow, 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 and hand tools to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning, and pulling.
• Occasionally climb on/off equipment
• Able to bend, walk, stand, sit for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Transporting crew and equipment, track maintenance, vehicle operation, track construction labor, inspection and repair, equipment maintenance, and vehicle housekeeping.
• Truck driver and maintenance duties include safe operation of 26K+ lb trucks and ensure proper truck and equipment maintenance by coordinating with vendors and record keeping for truck and welding equipment repairs.
• Track Maintenance Repair and Installation; repair and rebuild railroad track as well as perform maintenance by pulling spikes, cutting, welding, or drilling rail. This may also include maintaining a clean right of way by removing hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage.
• Maintain Track-bed 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 which includes using power hand tools such as electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic as well as non-powered hand tools.
• Examples of tools used: drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, grinders, shovels, picks, and saws.
• 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.
• BNSF prioritizes safety as a core value of how we do business. Our employees engage in daily safety conversations to achieve our vision. In addition, they must 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!
• Benefits vary by union collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees