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Track Laborer Regional - Kent, WA

Track Laborer Regional - Kent, WA

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Track Laborer - Regional

Join a team of track laborers with a record of building and repairing railroad tracks for Union Pacific over 150 years! As a Track Laborer - Regional, you will play a vital role in the upkeep and enhancement of the tracks within your designated territory. By conducting essential maintenance, repairs, and installations, you will ensure the safe and efficient movement of trains, enabling Union Pacific to effectively serve its customers across North America. Join us and become part of a workforce that drives our success. Will you accept the challenge?

Accountabilities :

  • Conducting thorough inspections of railroad tracks, track beds, and track right-of-way to identify any problems or defects.
  • Performing necessary repairs and replacements of rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties, and other components as required.
  • Assisting with the handling, unloading, and movement of track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts, or trucks.
  • Executing various track maintenance tasks, repairs, and installations, which may involve operating heavy equipment.
  • Maintaining the track beds by removing vegetation and brush when necessary.
  • Adhering to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures at all times.
  • Building and maintaining positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and customers.
  • Ensuring strict compliance with all railroad rules and regulations regarding safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
  • Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications - Required :

  • Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience reading and understanding instructions.
  • To be considered for this position, candidates are required to successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage.

    • Qualifications - Preferred :

  • Possess Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or Class B.
  • Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions.
  • Experience welding or a welding certificate.
  • Experience working in a construction-type setting.
  • Experience operating heavy equipment such as construction, farm, etc.
  • Experience of 1 year or more in Railroad Maintenance of Way work.
  • Willing to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, as well as weekends and holidays.
  • Have a permanent residence within a 50-mile radius of the hired location by the 60-day probationary period.

    • Physical and Mental Job Requirements :

  • Candidates are required to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) before being considered for employment. This is separate from the medical exam.
  • Physically Demanding Tasks : Must have the capacity.
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