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Position Purpose:  To repair track, switch and structure deviations in a safe manner.

Principal Accountabilities:

·         To repair track and switch deviations in accordance to FRA specifications as directed by the Section Foreman

·         To be familiar and comply with FRA and General Code of Operating rules and On Track Safety regulations

·         To be responsible for proper care of railroad property, such as company vehicles, tools and materials

·         Operate equipment such as grinders, drills and other track machinery as needed in a safe and efficient manner

·         Promote safety in accordance with FRA and RRVW rules, regulations, policies and practices

·         To be vigilant of track and structures observing conditions which may impact the safety or condition of railroad property

Basic Qualifications:

·         Education equivalent to high school graduate

·         Prior railroad experience is preferable but not required

·         Must be safety oriented

·         Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive company vehicles

·         Position subject to random drug and alcohol testing

Physical Requirements:

·         Must have physical strength and stamina to work rigorously in the outdoors

·         Physical requirements include considerable amounts of bending, twisting, lifting, walking and working on uneven terrain, climbing on to and around equipment, throwing switches

·         Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 lbs, occasionally lift up to 100 lbs

·         Frequently in and out of hi-rail truck during course of workday.  When truck is on rail, may be an additional 10” of height to step on to running board to enter truck from ballast roadbed area

·         Strength needed to throw a switch – 50 lbs

·         Tighten track bolts – use a 3 ½ ft wrench which requires a lot of side pull

·         Must be able to shovel ballast and snow

·         Must be able to swing 12 lb maul to pound track materials including track spikes, anchors, etc

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. 

EEO COMPLIANCE: “This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.”