Track Inspector - Ste. Genevieve, MO

About the Role

This individual will safely inspect rails, ties, roadbed, and switches, working in conjunction with the Track Superintendent, Track team, and customer to install and repair track, complete other projects as needed, and promote a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to adequately inspect the track.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Perform tasks associated with track work, including but not limited to:
  • Pulling and driving spikes
  • Replacing ties
  • Surfacing track
  • Changing rail, bars, and other track apparatus

Requirements

• Prefer related work experience of at least 2 years involving track inspection, repair, and maintenance.
• Able to pass railroad safety test and training.
• Can safely and efficiently operate power tools.
• Good communication skills and employee relations.
• Multi-task oriented with good analytical skills.
• 24/7 availability required.

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform physically strenuous work.
• Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50lbs.
• Requires occasional use of 30lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50lbs of force.
• Requires occasional use of 10lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75lbs of force.
• Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails, and ballast in a safe manner.
• Able to navigate into confined spaces if necessary.

Environmental Conditions

• Performs duties in job-site environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.
• Frequent exposure to weather elements; appropriate PPE required for job site visits.

Benefits

• Full-Time Team Members (Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment):
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
  • 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
  • Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • FSA and HSA Options
  • 401K Employer Match
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Group Life Insurance
• All Team Members:
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Annual Boot Voucher
  • Company Provided PPE
  • Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance