Track Worker

Work as a member of a crew to install new railroad track, maintain existing track and right-of-way.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
• Participate in group discussions including unit meetings, job briefings, safety meetings, or process reviews
• Remove and replace track and track components (e.g. ties, rails, bars, etc.)
• Replace or repair track switches with specific components
• Slide and align tie plates
• Drill holes through rails for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts at joints that hold ends or rails together
• Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
• Cut rails to specific lengths
• Receive instructions, requests, orders, and information from posted bulletins, memorandums, rules, and regulation manuals
• Adjust, lift and roll rails
• Sort track material for loading and unloading
• Install and repair street and railroad crossings
• Cut brush and vegetation from the right-of-way
• Spray switches, angle bars, and joints with oil for lubrication

Promotional/Advancement Opportunities

Qualified Track Workers may be considered for advancement or promotion to other positions if needed by the Railroad. Examples of possible positions of advancement include but are not limited to Machine Operator, Welder, Foreman, and Track Inspector.

Training

Training will be required commensurate with a new hire's experience and prior training, but may include on-the-job, and or classroom training.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Outside work experience (e.g. construction, heavy equipment operation, farming, landscaping)
• Welding experience
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Physical Requirements

• Employees must be able to meet and comply with the track tools/machinery manufacturer’s weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment
• Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb on an occasional basis
• Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis
• Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection

Basic Competencies

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications–both general and technical)
• Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
• Reasoning skills (problem-solving and troubleshooting skills)
• Basic Math

Employment Conditions

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear protective equipment such as a respirator, hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, or safety glasses
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass safety and track worker rules examinations
• Must successfully complete probationary period
• Must pass random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass all required assessments
• Must pass a background screening
• Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug screen, and pulmonary function test
• Work outside in all weather conditions and on occasion at elevated heights.

Safety Commitment

Safety is a way of life on the Railroad, encompassing every aspect of company operations. Guided by a policy of ensuring the safety of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve, the Railroad works relentlessly to prevent accidents and injuries. This is a safety-sensitive position. The candidate selected for this position must successfully complete a full physical including a drug test. A Passing drug test result must be received prior to the start date in a new position.

Company Profile

The Pennsylvania Northeastern Railroad, LLC (PN) is a leading Pennsylvania short line railroad that is headquartered in Lansdale, PA. The PN directly serves a wide variety of customers that manufacture, process, and warehouse many different commodities used in and around Bucks and Montgomery counties. All of North America is accessible to the PN’s customers through its connection with other railroads.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Track Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $-1