Railroad Track Laborer

• Location3001 Williamsburg Road, , Richmond, VA, 23231, United States
• Job Category - Laborer
• Employee Type - Non-Exempt

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Responsible for execution of field-based work including manual labor in accomplishment of tasks related to rerailing operations, track maintenance and repair, load adjust/load transfer, and/or car repair.  Follows direction and adheres to all safety policies/procedures.  Ensures that all activities are carried out in a safe, effective, professional, and efficient manner to protect employees and the assets of the Company.  

Responsibilities

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

1. Actively participates in daily safety briefing.
2. Follows all safety rules/regulations; wears required PPE; performs work in accordance with established process/procedures.
3. Seeks out Foreman/Supervisor for direction regarding daily work assignment(s).
4. As directed loads/moves/distributes materials in preparation of work activities for rerailing, load adjust, load transfer, car repair and general railroad maintenance and repair. Upon conclusion of daily work ensures that equipment/materials are reloaded for safe transportation to home-base and actively participates in site clean-up.
5. Performs manual labor including but not limited to: cutting vegetation/brush, digging holes/trenches, carrying materials from vehicles/equipment to designated area

Qualifications

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• 1 year of work experience in field based operation involving manual labor (construction, farm equipment, utility, or related industry).
• Must possess a valid Drivers’ License.
• Capable of understanding and following directions.
• Display strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Must pass qualification tests as required (includes E-Rail Safe and other training/safety programs).
• Must meet 24/7 availability in order to respond to emergency calls for service including weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Constantly on feet
• Walking / carrying loads on uneven surfaces and in ballast.
• Working in ALL weather conditions.
• Working extended hours.
• Constant bending, twisting, stooping, standing and / or walking.
• Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds; loads in excess of 50 pounds and which can be reduced, should be made lighter.

NOTE:  We are a 24/7 emergency service provider to the railroad industry and as such, our employees are subject to work outside of normal working hours including nights, weekends and/or holidays.