Track Laborer Job Fordville North Dakota USA,Transportation

Location: Fordville

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Track Laborer

Full Time Manual Labor Fordville, ND, Fordville, ND, US

7 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $22.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Company: Northern Plains Railroad, Inc.

Business Unit: NPR

Department: Maintenance Of Way

Travel: 25%

Schedule: 7:00am – 4:00pm, Monday through Friday, (days may vary). On-call, overtime

Summary:

The Track Laborer assists in the maintenance and repair of railroad track as directed by the foreman. Most of the work is manual labor performed outdoors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Installs and repairs railroad track on specified territory of railroad, using hand & track tools, materials, and equipment.
Operates single- or multiple-head spike puller to pull old spikes from ties.
Raises rail, using hydraulic jack, to facilitate removal of old tie and installation of new tie.
Operates tie-adzing machine to cut portion of tie for tie plate insertion.
Drills holes through rails, tie plates, and fishplates for installation of bolts and spikes, using power drill.
Operates single- or multiple-head spike driving machine to drive spike into tie and secure rail.
Operates track-wrench machine to tighten or loosen bolts at joints that hold ends of rails together.
Operates rail saw to cut rails to specified lengths.
Operates portable grinder to grind worn ends of rails.
Sprays ties, fishplates, and joints with oil to protect them from weather.
Will perform work on Northern Plains Railroad as directed.

Competencies:

Ability to work effectively in a team, coordinating tasks with other laborers and foreman.
Strong troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving issues with track conditions.
Capacity to work in a variety of weather conditions from extreme heat to extreme cold while maintaining focus and performance.
Capable of performing physically demanding tasks.
Knowledge of and adherence to safety standards, practices, and emergency procedures for track work, ensuring a safe work environment.

Physical Demands: The job requires working on uneven or slippery surfaces, platforms, ladders, and all weather and temperature conditions. Most of the day may be spent on feet standing. Tasks involve manual labor and physical activities that require use of the whole body, including standing, lifting, and operating heavy equipment.

Education and Training:

GED or higher
Valid driver’s license
Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to NPR driver provisions.
Must have or be able to obtain a valid DOT (Department of Transportation) Medical Certificate (Med Card).

Requirements of Joining Our Team:

Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace. Random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing may also be required throughout employment.

Undergo a thorough physical examination to ensure the requirements of the position can be met.

Provide professional references to validate qualifications and character.

Complete a comprehensive background check to confirm suitability for the position.

NPRS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under local, state, or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation. NPRS is a tradename used by Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. (NPR), Northern Plains Services, Inc.

(NPS), and All Rail, Inc. (All Rail).

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