Job Details

Description

BASIC FUNCTION :

The Track Laborer is a member of a crew responsible for maintaining, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballast, using hand tools and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

1.Removes and replaces defective ties and rails.

2.Corrects deviations in track surface, alignment and gage.

3.Installs and repairs street crossing and railroad crossings; assists in replacement or repair of items such as power-operated switches and insulated joints.

4.Unloads or assists in unloading of ballast, as well as unloading and distribution of track material.

5.Sorts track material for loading and may load by hand.

6.Clears brush, vegetation, snow, litter, etc. from right-of-way; establishes and maintains drainage.

7.Follows company and government safety procedures, be alert, use common sense, take necessary precautions (e.g. wearing / using protective clothing and equipment), and maintain an overall level of safety awareness when operating in work environment.

8.Must be qualified under Track Warrant Control, On Track Worker Safety Rules, General Code of Operating Rules, Timetable, Safety Rules and Bridge Worker Safety within 60 days of hire.

9.Maintains qualification in accordance with paragraph 213.7 of the Federal Railroad Administration Track Safety Standards to inspect track for defects and supervise restorations and renewals of track under traffic conditions.

10.Responsible for performing duties and working hours as scheduled, including overtime, nights, weekends and holidays.

11.Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

High school graduate or equivalent required.Must possess and maintain a current and valid driver’s license, be insurable under IAIS’s commercial auto policy throughout IAIS employment and be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) upon request.

• Ability to read, understand and abide by the General Code of Operating Rules.Must be able to abide by Federal Railroad Administration and other regulations as required by IAIS and the federal state and local governments.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, management and contractors (internal and external).
• Making effective decisions when in unfamiliar locations or when responding to changes, interruptions and obstructions in work process.
• Ability to understand and provide written, oral and electronic communications (e.g., instructions, explanations, and revisions to initial assignments and request clarification if needed.
• Must be able to adjust to constant changes of assignments and work long hours and / or erratic work hours.
• Ability to use railroad software that is utilized for the safe operations of the railroad, for testing and for recording hours worked .

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Position involves performing heavy work (frequent (34-66%), lifting up to 100 pounds; frequent or constant (67% - 100%) lifting / carrying of up to 50 pounds.

Eye-hand coordination as well as ability to grasp.Able to operate common and specialized hand tools in performing assigned tasks.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time; walking about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for longer distances;

maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or moving about on uneven and / or slippery ground or equipment.

Must posses at least 20 / 40 in each eye with or without corrective lenses.An average hearing threshold (in the better ear) of 40 decibels at 500 HZ 1000 HZ and 2000 HZ, aided or unaided.

Must be able to recognize and distinguish colors displayed by signals, signs, etc.May be stressful at times due to interruptions and multiple job duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

The location of work performed (out-of-doors) and the tools and material used in the surrounding work-place, expose the incumbent to the following conditions on a regular basis;

Weather, noise (from air compressors and other noisy equipment), vibrations (from air hammers and other power equipment), dust, pollen (seasonal exposure to ragweed and other vegetation).

The job requires the individual to follow standard safety procedures, be alert, and take necessary precautions (e.g., wearing / using protective clothes and equipment) to avoid possible injuries or health problems that may result from :

• walking on irregular ground;
• exposure to irritants / chemicals;
• working around moving equipment and other types of equipment;

working at heights and elevations.

exposure to extreme cold and heat for periods of more than one hour.

subject to noise; causes worker to shout in order to be heard.

The statements stated in this job description reflect the general duties as necessary to describe the basic function, essential job duties / responsibilities, job requirements, physical requirements and working conditions typically required, and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the job.

Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Ability to follow safety rules

Novice

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Required

High School or better in Adult Education.

Experience

Required

1 year :

Work outdoors - year around

Licenses & Certifications

Last updated : 2024-03-23