Railroad Laborer (Trackman) I

Overview

Maintain and repair railroad tracks using hand tools and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• track installation
• tool operation
• safety compliance
• emergency repair
• hazard reporting
• re‑railing

Tasks

-Follow company and federal rules, policies, and procedures – wear required safety equipment, respond to and act on safety concerns. -Operate picks, shovels, and spike mauls for long periods of time. -Carry and place track materials using standard Railroad maintenance track tools. -Operate specialized hydraulic and air railroad power tools. -Install railroad tracks and embankments including special track work, road crossing signage, and rail lubricator. -Recognize, avoid, and report potential hazards on the job site -Respond appropriately to audible and visual signals and safety warnings -Attend after hour/ weekend callouts to repair damage done to tracks in the event of a derailment. -Assist in re-railing train cars.

Requirements

• railroad
• construction
• high school
• teamwork
• travel
• heavy lifting

What You Bring

-Must be able to work at heights and maintain visual acuity for safety and task execution -Physical ability to perform demanding tasks, including lifting up to 100 lbs, climbing, kneeling, and working in varied outdoor conditions -Prior experience in railroad, heavy construction, or maintenance industries preferred but not required -High School Diploma or GED preferred -Strong teamwork and communication skills; capable of working independently when needed -Preform Railroad track maintenance and construction activities to include Changing rail, ties, building track, adjusting switches, etc. -Willingness and ability to travel to various job sites, including overnight stays and short-notice mobilization -Must pass a background check, pre-employment drug screening, and be subject to random drug testing -Ability to understand and follow verbal and visual instructions -Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and sleet

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About American Track

-Backed by private equity, it expanded through acquisitions and organic growth under CEO Thomas Lucario. -Delivers complex projects: from full‑scope track design and construction to emergency maintenance and terminal ops. -Masters technical challenges in bridge structures, embedded track, signal systems, asphalt, welding and civil earthwork. -Supports commodities like frac sand, steel, lumber and petroleum across ports, mines and manufacturing yards. -Notable expansions include acquiring TRAC in Pennsylvania and Dirtworks Rail and Savage Industrial Rail. -Combines engineering precision (CAD/GPS), operational surveying, and custom training/regulatory support.

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Security Clearance

-pass a background check -pass pre‑employment drug screening -subject to random drug testing