Job Details

Join our dynamic and innovative railroad maintenance and construction team at American Track! As we expand, exciting opportunities for career advancement await you. Regardless of your experience level, we provide extensive training tailored to your role, ensuring you feel confident and prepared for your responsibilities. Our employees' well-being is a top priority, supported by a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance both your physical health and financial security. If you're motivated to excel in a hands-on and collaborative environment with a respected company in the industry, we invite you to apply and contribute to building America's infrastructure!

What You Will Do:

• Transport and position track materials using standard railroad maintenance tools.
• Install railroad tracks and supportive structures, including special track work, road crossing signage, and lubrication systems.
• Perform vital railroad track maintenance and construction activities such as changing rails, ties, building tracks, and adjusting switches.
• Utilize hand tools like picks, shovels, and spike mauls over extended periods.
• Operate specialized hydraulic and pneumatic railroad power tools.
• Be available for after-hours and weekend callouts to repair tracks following incidents like derailments.
• Assist with the re-railing of train cars when needed.
• Adhere to all company and federal safety guidelines by wearing necessary safety gear and promptly addressing safety concerns.

What We Need from You:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Successful completion of all necessary assessments and training, including a background check, pre-employment drug screening, and random drug tests.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred; experience in the railroad or heavy construction sectors is a plus but not required.
• Flexibility to travel to various job sites, including potential overnight stays and short notice mobilizations, with the ability to work in all weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, sleet, etc.).
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and visual instructions; recognize, avoid, and report potential hazards.
• Capacity to engage effectively within a team and work independently when necessary.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, sit, perform manual tasks, climb ladders, and lift/move up to 100 pounds; good vision capabilities, including close, distance, and peripheral vision.

American Track is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to enable them to execute their essential job functions.