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Railroad Laborer

ZA Construction LLC
Mendenhall, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/8/2026

**No Third Party Recruitment agency is needed for this position**

Job Summary

ZA Construction is looking for a dedicated Railroad Laborer. Salary is commensurate with experience. Must be able to work Monday - Friday (full-time and some overtime) and be available to work on weekends/holidays when necessary. Must be able to travel out of state as needed (transportation provided).

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Must be able work in harsh weather conditions as well as rough terrain.
  • Must be physically able to climb on and under railroad cars or other equipment.
  • Must be physically able to withstand extensive standing, stooping, kneeling and repeated pushing / pulling motions
  • Knows and adheres to all safety guidelines of construction industry
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
  • May operate construction equipment including excavators, backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers, track dumps, off road dumps, motor graders, material handling trucks, etc.
  • Requires Clean MVR,
  • Requires pre-employment Background check and Drug Screen.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • Must be highly dependable and available for emergency calls.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from Mendenhall, MS
  • Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities a plus!
  • Railroad Experience (preferred)

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Failure to answer this question will result in your application being voided: Please list any previous working experience that you have had that is relevant to this job post:
  • Failure to answer this question will result in your application being voided: Do you have a clean driving record?
  • This position requires you to be physically able to withstand outside weather conditions as well as extensive standing, stooping, kneeling and navigating uneven terrains. Are you in acceptance of these requirements for the job?
  • Do you understand that a pre-employment Drug Screen and Background check will be performed - as well as periodic random testing as required? ZA Construction is a DRUG FREE environment.
  • Failure to answer this question will result in your application being voided: What is your earliest start date available?

License/Certification:

  • CDL Class A (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Mendenhall, MS 39114 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

  • 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $40,000

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