Railroad Track Crew laborer

**Position:** Railroad Track Laborer

**Location:** Athens, AL

**Company:** United Trades of America

**Position Summary:**

United Trades of America is seeking a hardworking and dependable Railroad Track Laborer to join a mobile crew responsible for constructing, altering, repairing, maintaining, and demolishing railroad tracks and related structures. This position involves heavy manual labor, using hand tools and equipment to complete a variety of tasks under the direction of the Track Foreman. Candidates must be comfortable with physically demanding tasks and able to work in high-production, high-stress environments based on client needs.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Use hand tools (tie tongs, rail forks, lining bars, etc.) to move and position track materials.
- Attach rails to ties with spike mauls or spike drivers; remove spikes as needed.
- Install and remove railroad crossties around track structures.
- Connect and disconnect rails using specialized tools or welding materials.
- Handle and clean ballast with shovels, picks, and forks; tamp and level ballast as needed.
- Raise and adjust tracks, turnouts, crossings, and rails with jacks.
- Cut materials with oxygen-acetylene torches, rail saws, or other cutting tools.
- Operate drilling tools (gasoline, pneumatic, hydraulic, electric) for track modifications.
- Work alongside heavy equipment, assisting with material handling and directing movement.
- Participate in safety meetings and comply with all PPE requirements.
- Step in to supervise the crew in the absence of the Track Foreman.

**Required Abilities:**

- Effective communication and teamwork skills within a crew setting.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and visual instructions and signals.
- Quick adaptability to job duties and ability to identify and avoid potential hazards.

**Physical and Other Requirements:**

- Must be at least 18 years old and capable of lifting 100 lbs.
- Willing to travel to various job sites, including those requiring overnight stays and short-notice mobilization.
- Able to work in diverse weather conditions and terrain, covering up to two miles per day.
- Comfortable working independently when required.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Prior experience in railroad or heavy construction/maintenance.

How to Apply:

We want to hear from you! Please apply on our website for immediate consideration at www.unitedtradesamerica.com

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to nicki@unitedtradesamerica.com, for questions please text Nicki at 936-276-90028

United Trades of America is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug-screening and background check.