Track Laborer - Merryville, LA

About the role

Keep the world's supply chain moving. At Watco, we operate short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. As a Track Laborer, you'll join a team where everyone is part of the same Watco family.

Responsibilities

• Aid in inspecting, loading/unloading, distributing, and installing rail, rail components, cross ties, switch ties, ballasts, and other track materials.
• Assist with inspecting, grinding, fabricating, and repairing rail and track components.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, and construct track turnouts, switch stands, and track infrastructure.
• Inspect, construct, demolish, and maintain track surface structures, gauge, tie removal and disposal, tie replacement, and roadbed rehabilitation.
• Inspect, protect, construct, maintain, and repair road crossings, bridges, culverts, tunnels, facilities, snow fences, signs, and equipment.
• Cut and dispose of vegetation using tools, equipment, and manual labor.
• Clean ice, snow, dirt, and debris from switches.
• Remove snow, ice, or other foreign materials from track infrastructure.
• Accurately and timely report as required.
• Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively.
• Learn, understand, and apply a comprehensive understanding of track authority.
• Comply with performance metrics measurements and deadlines.
• Practice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Respond promptly to any accident, incident, or emergency call.
• Operate equipment such as backhoe and track hoe.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. Class A CDL preferred.
• Must be able to pass and or obtain all training courses below:
• Track Ground School
• Federal Railroad Administration General Code of Operating Rules written test
• Roadway Worker Protection Worker written test
• Fall Protection written test
• Maintenance of Way safety written test
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of MSHA/OSHA training and certification (if required on site).

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a High School or GED equivalent.