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Experienced Track Maintenance Technician

Petroleum Service Corporation
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026

Experienced Railroad Track Maintenance Technician

Looking for a hands-on role where you can work outdoors, stay active, and contribute to critical infrastructure? This full-time expereienced position offers the opportunity to be part of a team that constructs, inspects, and maintains railroad tracks. With a focus on safety, reliability, and teamwork, it's a great fit for someone who enjoys physical work and takes pride in doing the job right. Long-term career growth and industry stability make this an excellent opportunity to build a future in the field.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

* Experience with performing track repairs and rebuilding using both power and manual tools
* Removes spikes, drills rail holes, replaces ballast, and installs track fasteners
* Operates hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes, and sledgehammers
* Uses electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic tools including drills, saws, jacks, and grinders
* Lifts and moves rail materials and components as needed
* Assists with re-railing derailed railcars
* Performs other duties as required to support safe and efficient track operations

Job Qualifications:
* Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
* May require a valid Driver's License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
* 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
* Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
* Wear all required PPE without restriction and pass any required medical exams
* Speak, write, read fluent English
* Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is required
* Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus

Work Schedule:
8 - 12 Hour Day Shift (Some weekends required)

Why join the PSC team?

  • Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
  • We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
  • The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at PSC Group - Career Videos to learn more.
  • Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at PSC Group - Newsletter.
  • Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do-how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at PSC Group - Core Values.


Employee Benefits:

  • Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
  • Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
  • Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
  • Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
  • Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
  • Industry-leading training and development programs
  • On-Demand Pay, giving you early access to earned wages and more financial flexibility.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.



Petroleum Service Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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