Track Maintenance Worker Road & Rail Services Home Base:

Frankfort, KY Pay:

$20.00 per hour

Job Type:

Full-Time Travel:

Nationwide Travel - Approximately 100% Start a Hands-On Career in Railroad Track Maintenance Road & Rail Services is looking for hardworking, dependable individuals to join our traveling railroad team as Track Maintenance Workers . This position is based out of Frankfort, Kentucky , but employees will travel throughout the United States to complete railroad track construction, maintenance, and repair projects. This is a nationwide traveling position with travel expected to be approximately 100%. Employees should be prepared to work at project locations in different states and remain away from home for extended periods based on project schedules. You don't need previous railroad experience to get started. We're interested in candidates who have experience performing physical work and are willing to learn the railroad industry. Backgrounds in construction, road work, landscaping, farming, utilities, heavy equipment, manufacturing, industrial labor, maintenance, or other outdoor trades can provide a strong foundation for this position. What You'll Be Doing Track Maintenance Workers perform physical, hands-on work to help build, repair, and maintain railroad infrastructure. Depending on the project, your responsibilities may include: Remove old railroad ties and install replacement ties Assist with installing, repairing, and aligning railroad track Handle rail, ties, plates, spikes, fasteners, and other track materials Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized track-maintenance equipment Help construct and repair railroad crossings Load, unload, stage, and move materials at project locations Clear vegetation, brush, debris, and other obstructions from railroad property Inspect tools and equipment before beginning work Assist with general railroad construction and maintenance activities Work around railroad tracks, construction equipment, and moving machinery Follow established company, customer, and railroad operating procedures Follow applicable Federal Railroad Administration requirements Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Work closely with your crew to complete projects safely and efficiently What You Need to Succeed We're looking for candidates who understand the demands of traveling construction and outdoor railroad work.

Qualified candidates should have:

Valid state-issued driver's license Ability and willingness to travel nationwide approximately 100% of the time Ability to remain away from home for extended periods Experience with physical labor, construction, equipment, maintenance, or a related field preferred Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment Ability to lift and handle materials throughout the workday Ability to regularly bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach, stand, and walk Ability to walk and work on ballast, uneven ground, and other challenging surfaces Dependable attendance and punctuality Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions Willingness to work as part of a traveling crew Travel & Outdoor Working Conditions This is not a home-daily position. Employees will travel to railroad project locations throughout the country and should expect frequent overnight stays and extended periods away from home. Work is performed primarily outdoors. Depending on the project location and season, you may work in heat, cold, rain, wind, snow, humidity, and other changing weather conditions . The work is physically demanding and takes place around railroad tracks, construction equipment, tools, vehicles, and other industrial hazards. Candidates must be comfortable performing active work for extended periods while following established safety procedures.

Pay & Benefits Starting Pay:

$20.00 per hour Road & Rail Services offers eligible full-time employees: Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid holidays Paid vacation Annual steel-toe boot allowance Company-provided PPE Hands-on railroad training Skill-development opportunities Opportunities to advance into equipment operation and leadership roles Promote-from-within culture Veteran-friendly workplace Build Your Career on the Railroad Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides railroad construction, maintenance, and operational services throughout North America. This opportunity is a strong fit for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work, traveling, working with tools and equipment, and seeing the results of their work at the end of the day . If you're ready to travel and want to build specialized railroad skills, apply today for our Track Maintenance Worker position based out of Frankfort, KY. Road & Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.