Track Laborer System Driver- Fort Worth, TX

About the role

Join our team of track laborers with a record of building and repairing track for Union Pacific for more than 150 years! As a Track Laborer - System Driver, you'll perform the maintenance, repairs and installations vital to the safe and efficient movement of trains to serve customers throughout North America!

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of tracks, including beds and right-of-way, to identify any issues or defects.
• Replace or repair rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballast, ties, and other track components as necessary.
• Assist in the unloading and movement of track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts, or trucks.
• Operate equipment such as excavators or trenchers to perform tasks such as digging holes and trenches.
• Maintain track beds by clearing vegetation and brush, as well as removing dust or snow from movable track parts through sweeping, picking, and digging.
• Adhere to company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Drive company vehicles as required for job duties.
• Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, contractors, and customers, and effectively resolve any issues that may arise.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, operational, and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and rules.
• Perform additional assigned tasks or responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Able to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations.
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or Class B.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworkers and supervisor(s).
• Able to read and comprehend regulations and instructions.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment such as construction, farm, etc. (consider professional, personal, and volunteer experience).
• Willing to work on-call, overtime, various shifts, 7 days a week, as well as weekends and holidays.
• Experience of 1 year or more in Railroad Maintenance of Way work.
• Experience working in a construction-type setting (consider professional, personal, and volunteer experience).
• Experience welding or a welding certificate (consider professional, personal and volunteer experience).

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

• Candidates are required to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) before being considered for employment.
• Physically Demanding Tasks: 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.
• Must have reliable transportation for commuting to work.
• Willingness and ability to work around large equipment such as railcars, locomotives, and cranes.
• Must agree to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection as required by the company.
• Travel Requirements: Extensive travel may be necessary across Union Pacific's 23 state system, often with short notice.
• Assigned to traveling system work gangs (work groups) engaged in track projects throughout the Union Pacific System.
• Work takes place in various rural and remote geographic areas.
• Work may be seasonal, influenced by weather, business conditions, or seniority.
• Apply only to locations where you are willing and prepared to live and work.
• Schedules may consist of five 8-hour days with 2 days off, four 10-hour days with 3 days off, or ten 8-hour days followed by accumulated rest days.

Benefits

Union Pacific offers 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.

Pay

$30.97

Schedule

Flexible schedule based on job requirements and Union Pacific's needs.