Traveling Laborer, Construction

Traveling Laborer –
Rail Works Corporation

Job : 19401

Pay Range: $19/hour

Position Summary: Performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor at construction sites, utilizing hand and power tools and other equipment. This position is considered at a beginner level.

• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Measures, marks, and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed.
• Controls traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
• Removes and replaces track and track components (e.g., ties, rails, bars, etc.).
• Slides and aligns tie plates.
• Observes condition of tracks, track beds, and track right of way to detect and report problems or defects.
• Digs holes and trenches.
• Utilizes basic hand tools (e.g., sledgehammer, pick, track wrench, spike maul etc.) and follows basic tool maintenance.
• Complies with all company and railroad safety rules, practices, and regulations.

• A minimum of 0-12 months of relevant construction experience.
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.
• Works outdoors at construction sites.
• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the whole body (standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling of materials, equipment, and tools).
• Uses hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, and/or assemble objects and tools.
• Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to 50 pounds.
• Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.
• Exposed to loud noise.
• May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage.
• Must wear appropriate safety equipment, such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection, as required by the company.

Rail Works is committed to helping employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Civil Engineering, Construction, and Truck Transportation

Rail Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with Rail Works without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Rail Works is North America's leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. Rail Works also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.