What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bridge Laborer position at Genesee & Wyoming Inc.?
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Description
Company / Benefits Overview:
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? 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. Check out some of our great benefits below:
Job Summary
In this role, you’ll be part of a dedicated team responsible for maintaining and repairing railroad bridges—critical structures that keep rail operations safe and reliable. Working under the guidance of the Bridge Foreman or General Manager, you’ll perform hands-on tasks that ensure the integrity and performance of these essential assets. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, values teamwork, and takes pride in building and maintaining infrastructure that matters.
Please watch our career video for more information https://www.gwrr.com/careers/.
Responsibilities
Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.
Description
Company / Benefits Overview:
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? 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. Check out some of our great benefits below:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
- Life Insurance
- Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- On the Job Training
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
- Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement
Job Summary
In this role, you’ll be part of a dedicated team responsible for maintaining and repairing railroad bridges—critical structures that keep rail operations safe and reliable. Working under the guidance of the Bridge Foreman or General Manager, you’ll perform hands-on tasks that ensure the integrity and performance of these essential assets. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, values teamwork, and takes pride in building and maintaining infrastructure that matters.
Please watch our career video for more information https://www.gwrr.com/careers/.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily activities of a bridge crew including bridge maintenance and repairs
- Unload and/or assist in unloading and distributing materials (rail, ties, spikes, etc.)
- Correct deviations in bridge surface, alignment, and gage
- Install and repair wood trestles and wood structures
- Operate tools such as rail saw, track wrench, spike maul, tie adz, and claw bar as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
- 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
- Working at elevated heights of 12 feet or greater while adhering to fall protection safety guidelines
- Frequent lifting of equipment and tools that could be up to 50 pounds
- At least 2 years of work experience
- Previous experience with heavy hand tools and outdoor work is a plus
- Knowledge of roadway-worker protection regulations
- Past experience working with fall protection; familiarity with FRA fall-protection regulations is a plus
- Able to work in a team environment that is safety sensitive
- Able to read and interpret documents including safety rules, manuals, and regulations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, applications, reporting, etc.)
- Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment
- High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus or able to obtain one if required
- At least 18 years of age
- 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
Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.