Track Maintenance - Laborer - Jonesboro, AR

Track Maintenance - Laborer - Jonesboro, AR

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

Job Location: Jonesboro

Other Potential Locations: Jonesboro, AR

Anticipated

Start Date:

03/09/2025

Number of Positions: 2

Salary Range: Entry rate is approx. $36.30/hr

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our Engineering Department means contributing to the backbone of our nation's rail infrastructure. As a member of our Track Maintenance Team, you'll play a vital role in constructing, inspecting, and repairing tracks and other railroad assets and maintaining our railway corridors.

This is a full-time (40hrs/wk)
position and is subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Travel is required to (and remain at) job sites for extended periods, sometimes for days or weeks at a time, in the designated seniority region.
Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.

• Track maintenance repair and installation: repair and rebuild railroad track, pulling spikes, cutting, welding, and drilling rail.
• Maintain a clean right of way by removing hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage.
• Maintain trackbed: compress ballast, remove/install ties, cut and adjust rail, lift and carry materials.
• Operate equipment: use power hand tools (drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, and grinders) and non-powered hand tools (shovels, picks, saws).
• Work in a safety-sensitive environment: handle diverse and extreme weather, uneven surfaces, heavy machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
• Adhere to BNSF safety policies, wear required PPE, and respond to safety concerns and emergencies.

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• At least 18 years of age or will be by the anticipated start date listed above.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location.
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
• Able toworkthe above shift/hours.
• Able to meet the above travel requirements.
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear and understand) English.
• Available to travel to and remain on job sites in designated seniority regionand remain on sitefor extended periods, sometimes days or weeks at atime.
• Able to lift and carry up to 60lbsoccasionally.
• Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow, and lunar (clear) light.
• Ability to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environment.
• Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping, turning, and pulling.
• Occasionally climb on/off equipment
• Bend, walk, standand sit for extended time,use hand tools.
• Follow safety policies and proceduresalong with rules compliance; wear required personal protective equipment.

Union membership is with the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees (BMWE) and union dues are required per union agreement.

Seniority district transfers are handled per union agreement, are seniority based and require Director approval.

• A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinion services, and high-quality care…