Track Maintenance (Laborer, Truck Driver, Welder) - 1000 District (MRL)

BNSF Railway • Missoula, MT

18h • 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. 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.
• 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.
• Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• 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, including respirators.
• Union membership is with the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees - Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (BMWED) and union dues are required per union agreement.

Nice To Haves

• Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Track Maintenance Repair and Installation including repairing and rebuilding railroad track and performing maintenance (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.
• Maintaining the 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.
• Operating Equipment which includes using power hand tools (electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic) as well as non-powered hand tools (drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, grinders, shovels, picks, and saws).
• Truck Driver and Maintenance includes operating 26K+ lb trucks and ensuring proper truck/equipment maintenance and record keeping.
• Welding, grinding, and cutting rail, learning, understanding, and following BNSF welding procedures and as maintaining records and time sheets.
• Ordering material which includes welding supplies, grinding stones, reports, and safety.

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