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We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.
We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!
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Job Location: Kansas City
Other Potential Locations: Kansas City, KS
Anticipated Start Date: 06/10/2024
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: Entry rate is approx. $30.84; $34.27/hr (after 24 months)
Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.
SAFETY
At BNSF, Safety is a core value of how we do business. Each and every day, our employees are committed to approach one another about safety, which is key in realizing our vision. Employees are also expected to comply with company and federal safety & health regulations, safety rules & policies, as well as procedures that guide work practices to reduce risk to exposure. Such work practices include but are not limited to wearing required safety equipment, responding to safety concerns, and taking appropriate actions in the event of an emergency.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Repair wooden railroad bridges, trestles, and tunnel supports
Repair/replace structural steel members of bridges
Perform concrete and conventional carpentry work
Study blueprints, building plans, or sketches for information pertaining to fabrication for type of material required and dimension of structure/fixture
Lay out work, mark cutting and assembly lines
Assemble, cut, shape material and fasten together with nails, dowel pins, glue, and other appropriate fasteners
Build stairs, windows, doors
Lay out and install partitions and cabinet work
Fit and install fabricated windows, doorframes, weather stripping, interior/exterior trim, and hardware such as locks, letter drops, and kick plates
Apply various roofs/roofing materials, to include hot/cold application, shingles, corrugated sheets
Pour ready-mixed concrete and finished concrete surfaces per specification
Perform concrete work tasks in construction, maintenance, and repair of tunnels and culverts
Cut and weld steel members to make alterations; fasten steel members to hoist cable
The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primarily outdoors
Extreme all-weather conditions
Walk and perform work on uneven surfaces
Safety sensitive work environment
Work on/near roofs, bridges, and rails
Exposure to passing trains
SHIFTS/HOURS
Full-time
Monday-Friday subject to on-call (24/7), nights, overtime, weekends, and holidays
TRAVEL
Travel to and remain on job sites around designated seniority region, sometimes for extended periods of time
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
21 years old or older
Must have valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or be able to obtain one within the first 60 days of employment
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, as well as issue and act on oral instructions clearly and accurately with using email, text, telephone and other methods of communication
Able to stoop, bend, walk on uneven surfaces; walk, stand, bend, lift, sit for extended time
Able to use hands, hand tools, and power tools to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning, and pulling
Able to lift and carry up to 90 pounds without assistance
TRAINING
Company-paid on-the-job training, including preparation, equipment and expenses to obtain CDL as needed
RELOCATION
Assistance not available
UNION
Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees
Dues required per union agreement
SENIORITY DISTRICT TRANSFERS
Per union agreement
Seniority-based
Requires Manager approval
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
60 days
Here are some of the perks/benefits you can expect as a BNSF employee
At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets you where you are, a few of those benefits include:
All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
F: MO | Engineering Transitioning Military | Operations - Engineering | Kansas City, KS | 66106
Full Time
$46k-59k (estimate)
02/22/2024
05/18/2024
www.bnsf.com
Fort Worth, Texas
15,000 - 50,000
Jon Sweet
$500M - $1B
Founded in 1849, BNSF Railway Company operates one of the largest North American rail networks, with about 32,000 route miles in 28 states and two Canadian provinces. BNSF is among the world's top transporters of intermodal traffic, moves more grain than any other American railroad, carries the components of many of the products people depend on daily, and hauls enough low-sulfur coal to generate about ten percent of the electricity produced in the United States. They are headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.