Track Laborer- Westlake, LA
Listed on 2026-08-10
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor & Trades, Maintenance Worker, Heavy Equipment Operator, Building Maintenance -
Construction
Construction Labor & Trades, Maintenance Worker, Heavy Equipment Operator, Building Maintenance
Job Position
Previous railroad track construction preferred.
Ability to operate power tools.
Ability to communicate well with co-workers, customers, and supervisors.
Qualified candidates will be required to travel.
Must be able to pass a background check, drug test and physical capacity test.
Able to perform physical strenuous work.
Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50lbs.
Requires occasional use of 30lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50lbs of force.
Requires occasional use of 10lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75lbs of force.
Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner.
Able to navigate into confined spaces if necessary.
Performs duties in multiple environments including outside construction project settings, in and around moving vehicles and equipment. Exposure to weather elements; must wear appropriate PPE required for the project site.
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection
Flexible spending account benefits
Paid maternity leave
8 paid holidays
Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
Employee Assistance Program
401K retirement savings plan
Work boot allowance
Employee referral program
Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train
R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free work place. R.J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug free company.
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