Track Laborer Regional - East St. Louis

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Aiding with the handling, unloading, and movement of track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts, or trucks. This may involve digging holes and trenches.
• 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.
• Sweeping, picking, and digging out dust or snow from movable track parts.
• 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.
• Effectively handling high-pressure situations.
• Ensuring strict compliance with all railroad rules and regulations regarding safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

Qualifications

• Required: Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworkers and supervisor(s).
• Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents).

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.
• Willingness to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, as well as weekends and holidays.
• Permanent residence within a 50-mile radious of the hired location by the 60-day probationary period.

Physical And Mental Job Requirements

• Must have the capacity to engage in physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 65 lbs, as well as push and pull objects up to 119 lbs.
• Standing: Must be capable of standing for extended periods during the workday, with the flexibility to change positions periodically for comfort.
• Walking: Safely walk and maintain balance on uneven surfaces.
• Climbing: Must be able to climb ladders to access truck storage as necessary.

Work Conditions

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.
• Willingness to comply with company policies regarding the use of personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection.
• Availability to work at locations where you are willing to reside and perform job duties.
• Demonstrated commitment to practicing safe work habits.
• Ability to work in proximity to large equipment, such as railcars, locomotives, and cranes.
• Frequent travel is a part of the job.

What We Offer

• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Metropolitan Community College).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 20% match up to 5%.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs.