Midland- Track Laborer (Rail

Track Laborer

Railserve is hiring dependable and safety-focused Track Laborers in Midland, MI to support the maintenance, repair, and inspection of railroad track infrastructure within an active industrial rail environment. This is a full-time, hands-on role critical to maintaining safe and reliable rail operations for our customers. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy physical work, working outdoors, operating tools and equipment, and being part of a safety-focused team.

Railserve provides training, promotes from within, and offers opportunities for long-term career growth in rail operations and track maintenance.

Track Laborers are responsible for maintaining railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient rail operations. This role supports track inspection, repair, and maintenance activities while working closely with site operations and maintenance personnel.

Employees work in an active industrial environment performing track maintenance duties such as replacing ties, driving spikes, maintaining switches, checking track alignment, and performing general track repairs. This position requires the safe use of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment while adhering to company safety standards and operating procedures.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Previous railroad or construction experience is helpful but not required for candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Railserve promotes from within and provides opportunities for advancement into leadership and skilled maintenance positions.

Schedule:

Fixed schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required based on operational needs.

Compensation: $18.00 – $23.00 per hour based on experience.

Duties:

• Drive spikes and secure track components
• Move, install, and replace railroad cross ties
• Adjust, inspect, and maintain track switches
• Lubricate switches and track components
• Tighten track bolts and hardware
• Check track gauge and alignment
• Check cross level and track conditions
• Assist with track repairs and maintenance projects
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment
• Inspect work areas for safety hazards and report concerns
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times
• Follow company operating procedures and safety requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Reliable transportation required
• Strong attendance and dependability required
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the shift
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and active rail infrastructure
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities safely and effectively
• Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions
• Ability to participate in Railserve's pre-employment screening process
• Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits):

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information:

• Outdoor industrial work environment with exposure to varying weather conditions
• Exposure to moving rail equipment, maintenance equipment, noise, dust, and industrial operations
• Moderate to heavy physical labor required
• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, and carrying materials
• Required use of personal protective equipment
• Safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures

Grow With Us:

Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.