Maintenance of Way (Laborer)

Progressive Rail, Inc. is seeking a team member for our Maintenance-of-Way operations located in Lakeville, MN.

Position Overview: Maintenance of track infrastructure, including constructing, inspecting and repairing track, railroad properties, and facilities. Operation of the equipment used to complete these tasks and, in some cases, maintenance of equipment may be necessary. Responsible for the transportation of equipment to and from jobsite locations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Repair and rebuild railroad track
• Communicate effectively with Management and other Team Members to keep apprised of any delays or discrepancies concerning track repair
• Ability to use power and non-power hand tools as necessary
• Lift and carry track material, cut brush, trees and vegetation, and clear the right-of-way of litter.
• Maintenance is performed by pulling spikes from ties, drilling holes through rail for insertion of bolts and fastening/tighten or loosen bolts
• Must comply with company and federal safety rules, policies and procedures, including wearing PPE, responding to safety concerns, and exercising judgement to take appropriate action.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions; work in conditions that include loud noise and fumes; climb ladders, as well as climb in/out of equipment.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 to 80 pounds to waist height.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
• Previous Maintenance-of-Way experience required
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. CDL preferred but not required ability to obtain.
• Experience working with Backhoe required, heavy equipment preferred.
• Willing to submit to a background and driving investigation, as well as a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodations?
• Are you comfortable completing a drug and background check upon offer? Note- This does include screening for marijuana and medical marijuana.

Experience:

• heavy machinery: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lakeville, MN 55044 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000