POSITION SUMMARY
The Track Laborer installs and repairs railroad track on a specified territory of railroad. Safely operates spike pullers and spike drivers: removes old spikes, drives new spikes, and performs related maintenance to railroad track that meet department and company goals, and comply with Federal Railroad Association (FRA) rules and regulations.
The Track Laborer demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnerships with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and the FRA
Work safely in a construction/field environment following the safety rules and carrying out the work in a manner that promotes a safe work environment
Operate spike pullers, spike drivers to perform construction and maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracks
Raise rail using track jack to facilitate removal and installation of railroad ties
Drill holes with power drill through rails for bolt insertion
Operate track-wrench machine to tighten and/or loosen bolts at rail joints
Operate rail saw to cut rails into specified lengths
Drive company vehicles
Perform CDL work to meet qualifications of the FMCSA Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Subpart B: Qualification and Disqualification of Drivers and other regulations as applicable, including but not limited to, Part §391.11
OTHER DUTIES
Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
Wear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses
Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work
Maintain DOT qualifications
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
18 years of age or older
Operate hand tools, including: wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, measuring tapes etc.
Operate power tools and hydraulic equipment, including: portable grinders, rail saws, spike pullers, track wrench machines, power drills, track jack
Apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or verbal instructions
Read and follow safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals, gauges and dials on precision measuring tools
Perform basic shop math concepts to calculate figures and amounts such as: area, circumference, length, distance, and volume
Write legibly to complete routine reports, and complete required testing
Familiar with and adhere to track Safety Standards in work completion
Pass written examinations on the safe operations of trains and maintenance of way standards
Familiar with Roadway Workers’ Protection (RWP)
Effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise and professional manner
Basic Computer skills
Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution
Professional integrity and accountability
Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Valid State Driver’s License – pass DOT medical certification and Drivers Qualification File, pass DOT Drug & Alcohol testing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or Oil & Gas industries
High School Diploma/GED
Backhoe operation experience
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Class A CDL
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather including: snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing temps
TRAVEL
Daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Strength
Occ
Freq
Cons
Weight/ Force
Side
Height From
Height To
Lifting - "136-pound Plate"
X
18.9 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting -…