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Track Laborer (CDL Preferred, Required within Six Months)
Track Laborer (CDL Preferred, Required within Six Months)Alabama Staffing • Demopolis, AL, US
Track Laborer (CDL Preferred, Required within Six Months)

Track Laborer (CDL Preferred, Required within Six Months)

Alabama Staffing • Demopolis, AL, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Track Laborer

Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers. At G&W, we live by our core values : safety, service, integrity, respect, transparency, accountability, innovation, and excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed.

Job Summary : As a track laborer, you'll help maintain the safety and reliability of our railroad infrastructure. You'll work outdoors in all weather conditions, using hand tools and heavy equipment to maintain, repair, and replace track components. This physically active role offers hands-on training and real opportunities for growth in a dynamic, team-driven environment.

Responsibilities :

  • Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations.
  • Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor.
  • Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools.
  • Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment.
  • Use various types of tools and equipment, including torches, hammers, jacks, rail saws, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools.
  • Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements :

  • Full-time (40 plus hours weekly).
  • Varying schedule in a 24 / 7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed.
  • Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
  • Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact.
  • Able to squat, bend and lift overhead with extended periods of kneeling or crouching (bending at the knees).
  • Frequent lifting of equipment and tools up to 76 pounds.

    • Skills and Experience :

  • Able to complete written forms and reports as required.
  • Working knowledge of equipment such as torches, hammers, jacks, and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools is a plus.
  • Skilled in routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting is a plus.
  • Able to read and interpret documents including safety rules, manuals, and regulations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work is a plus.
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus or willingness to obtain if required.
  • Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety-sensitive environment.

    • Required Education and Credentials :

  • High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and / or work experience.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • At least eighteen years of age.

    • Employment Requirements :

  • Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review.
  • Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening.
  • Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.

    • Relocation : Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

    Equal Opportunity Employer Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status protected under federal, state or local laws.

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