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 (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.
  • Maintain residency within the hired district or within 50 miles of a designated BNSF depot serving that district.

Nice To Haves

  • TWIC card (required for unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities)

Responsibilities

  • Transporting crew and equipment
  • Track maintenance
  • Vehicle operation
  • Track construction labor
  • Inspection and repair
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Vehicle housekeeping
  • Safe operation of 26K+ lb trucks
  • Ensure proper truck and equipment maintenance by coordinating with vendors and record keeping for truck and welding equipment repairs
  • 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
  • Manually compressing ballast
  • Remove/install ties and replacing, cutting, and adjusting rail
  • Lifting and carrying materials with assistance
  • Using power hand tools such as electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic as well as non-powered hand tools
  • Adhere to safety regulations, rules, and policies, including wearing safety equipment, responding to concerns, and taking action in emergencies

Benefits

  • Company-paid on-the-job and classroom training
  • Travel to the BNSF Training Center
  • 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!
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