Track Laborer

• Location 3748 Regional Parkway,Santa Rosa, CA, 95403,United States
• Base Pay $36.06 / Hour
• Job Category Track Laborer, Maintenance of Way, Laborer
• Industry Railroad, Public Transit, Maintenance of Way
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Under direction of the Track Maintainer II, the Track Laborer position is responsible for railroad right of way inspections, maintenance and repair.

Receives direction from Track Maintenance Supervisor and Track Maintainer II.Exercises no direct supervision over other staff.

This position will be responsible for assisting with the inspection, maintenance and repair of SMART’s right of way. This position may operate equipment including on-track equipment and vehicles necessary for right of way maintenance, repair and other rail support activities. Incumbents in this class normally work in a small crew setting and on off-hours shiftsto performvariedphysicalworkinthepreventativemaintenanceandrepairofSMART’sright of way and related equipment.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the typical functions of the job.

• Observes conditions of the track right-of-way for problems ordefects.
• Inspects station platforms, bike path, fencing and ROW signage.
• Inspect, load, unload and move track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts ortrucks.
• Dig holes andtrenches.
• Cleans and clears debris, weeds, shrubbery, dead animals and other trash and obstructions from track and associatedwayside.
• Acts as flagperson.
• Workscloselywith Dispatchandfollowsinstructionswhileworkingonorneartheright-of-way.
• Assistsotherworkersanddepartmentsinroutineandemergencysituationsaffectingthesafe movement oftrains.
• Enters data into SMART’s Maintenance Management Information System(MMIS).
• Adheres to SMART, Federal Railroad Administration, CPUC standards and regulations.
• Gathers materials from storage areas and loads/unloads tools and equipment from trucks or other vehicles.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Reports unusual incidences and the need for additional maintenance or repair to supervisor.
• Safely operates equipment and follows Roadway Protection Rules.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent.

Other Qualifications

• Experience in construction or landscaping preferred.
• Successful completion of SMART Training program and post-training qualification period.
• Possession of a valid California’s drivers’ license (or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment).
• Satisfactory driving record as defined below:
  • No more than two moving violations and/or “at fault” accidents within the last 3 years;
  • No “at fault” in a fatal accident within the past 5 years;
  • No leaving the scene of an accident within the past 3 years;
  • No DUI’s or Reckless Driving codes within the last 7 years on the current DMV
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment medical exam that uses the standards of the California Commercial Driver’s License.

• Interpreting and applying oral and written instructions in a consistent manner;
• Working cooperatively with others in a crew;
• Basic computer usage;
• Utilizing a maintenance management system;
• Using hand tools and power equipment to perform general right of way maintenance and repair work;
• Construction, landscaping or related work.

Knowledge of:

• Safe working practices, including techniques for safely lifting and moving heavy objects;
• Proper use and care of hand and power tools and equipment;
• OSHA and DOT Safety regulations desirable;
• General first aid and shop safety practices.

Ability to:

• Carry out oral and written directions;
• Drive company vehicles as required;
• Perform right of way maintenance, repair, and installation;
• Maintain accurate records and files;
• Identify and resolve problems;
• Make logical decisions and sound judgments using common sense;
• Perform the physical requirements of…