Railroad Track Maintenance Technician

Railroad Track Maintenance Technician

Kingsport, TN

PSC Group is seeking a Railroad Track Maintenance Technician to join our team! This is your opportunity to join a team to work together to maintain track infrastructure, including constructing, inspecting, and repairing tracks.

If you’re looking for a stable, long-term full-time career in a booming industry, then consider joining the PSC family!

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday (7 : 00am - 3 : 30pm)

Pay Range : Starting at $18.00

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Repairs and rebuilds railroad tracks, using power and non-power hand tools
• Pull spikes from ties, drills holes through rails for insertion and fastening of bolts, and replaces ballast
• Operates large non-powered hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes, cutters, and sledgehammers
• Operates proper electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic hand tools such as drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, and grinders
• Lifts and carries track material
• Assists with re-railing of derailed railcars
• Completes any other duties that may be assigned to complete the job

Job Qualifications :

• Experience is a plus but not required, and paid on-the-job training is available
• May require a valid Driver’s License and / or a valid TWIC card, depending on work location
• 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S.
• Pass a drug screen, physical, and background check
• Previous military experience and proven ability to follow procedures is a plus.

Why join the PSC team?

• Since 1952, PSC Group has had a strong reputation for quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking care of our employees.
• We are a leader in product handling and site logistics for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
• The work we do makes a huge impact in our nation's economy. Check out our videos at to learn more.
• Check out our online newsletter "The Connection" which contains articles about our work groups, recognition events, and achievements of our employees and their family members at .
• Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at .

Employee Benefits :

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry-leading training and development programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

The above job description does not reflect all essential job functions or physical requirements.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job.

Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.