Requisition ID 33728 -Posted 07/22/2026 - Track Operation

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Competitive compensation andbenefits

Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers

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Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary
The Track Laborer will be required to safely and efficiently inspect, repair, and maintain the railroad track infrastructure to ensure secure and efficient service for our customers. The Track Labor position is a manual labor position, which requires that the individual becomes proficient in the following skills, duties, and requirements within a prescribed training and introductory period.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Track Laborer will assist with inspecting, loading & unloading, distribution and installation of rail, rail components, cross ties, switch ties, ballasts, and other track materials

Assist with inspecting, grinding, fabrication and repair of rail and track components

Assist with inspection, maintenance, repair and construction of track turnouts, switch stands, and track infrastructure

Assist with inspection, construction, demolition, and maintenance of track surface structure, gauge, tie removal and disposal, tie replacement and roadbed rehabilitation

Inspect, protect, construct, maintain, and repair road crossings, bridges, culverts and tunnels, facilities,



snow fences, signs and equipment

Cut and dispose of vegetation using tools, equipment and manual labor

The Track Laborer will clean ice, snow, dirt and debris from switches

Remove snow, ice or other foreign materials from track infrastructure

Accurate and timely reporting as required

Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations

The Track Laborer must communicate professionally and effectively

Learn, understand and apply a comprehensive understanding of track authority

Comply with performance metrics measurements and deadlines

Practice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies, procedures and regulations

Respond promptly to any accident, incident or emergency call

Read gauges, precision measuring instruments, schematics and maintenance manuals 100% of the time

Operate equipment such as backhoe and track hoe

Perform other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.

Must possess a valid driver’s license

Must be able to pass the training courses below:

Track Ground School

Federal Railroad Administration General Code of Operating Rules written test

Roadway Worker Protection Worker written test

Fall Protection written testMaintenance of Way safety written test

MSHA/OSHA training and certification (if required on site).

Education
Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent

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