Examples of materials and tools utilized include ballast, rails, spike mauls, tie tongs, rail tongs, rail forks, lining bars, shovels, jacks, spike mauls, spike drivers, claw bars, spike lifters, spike pullers, power wrenches, impact drills, and other welding material. Works outdoors at railroad construction sites (including industrial, short line, industries, refinery, freight, and passenger railroads) in all weather conditions, including very hot and cold weather.