Track Maintenance - Plaquemine, LA

Track Maintenance

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- Plaquemine, LA

Job Location:

Baton Rouge, LA
- Facility-70807, Plaquemine, LA Facility-Plaquemine-70764 Office

Location:

Onsite

Employment Type:

Hourly Job Type: Full Time

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.

Here's what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Hourly Pay Rate: $19.00 (entry level) up to $21.00 with experience Shift/

Schedule:

6:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Thursday

A Track Maintenance Team Member is responsible for maintaining and repairing railroad track and related infrastructure to support safe and efficient rail operations. This hands-on role includes operating tools and equipment, handling materials, and performing routine maintenance in an outdoor work environment. Successful Team Members are safety-focused, reliable, and enjoy physical work that keeps freight moving across the rail network.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports daily terminal, vessel, and warehouse operations
• Communicates with superintendents, foremen, and management to determine staffing needs and prioritize workflow
• Operate and maintain equipment for safe transfer of materials between silos, railcars, barges, and vessels
• Supports communication between drivers, warehouse teams, and management using radio and digital systems
• Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), PPE policies, and all safety and environmental regulations
• Perform maintenance, inspections, and additional operational duties as assigned to support terminal and vessel efficiency

Qualifications

• Work effectively as part of a team, follow directions, and take on additional responsibilities as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance, dependability, and high performance standards
• Perform tasks outdoors in various weather conditions
• Follow all company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety principles
• Read, write, communicate in English, understand basic math, and apply instructions with good judgment
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including day and night shifts, with availability for overtime, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs
• HAZMAT
• TWIC
• Education Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent