Job Description
**Company / Benefits Overview:**
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee \& Wyoming Inc. (G\&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100\+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.
At G\&W, we live by our Core Values: **Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence**. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:
* Medical, Dental, Vision \& Telehealth
* Life Insurance
* Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft \& Life Insurance
* Flexible Spending \& Health Savings account plans
* Employee Assistance Program
* 401(k) Retirement Plan
* On the Job Training
* Paid Time Off
* Tuition Reimbursement
* And more!
* *Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement*
***Explore your future with G\&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!***
**Job Summary:**
As a Track Laborer, you’ll help maintain the safety and reliability of our railroad infrastructure. You’ll work outdoors in all weather conditions, using hand tools and heavy equipment to maintain, repair, and replace track components. This physically active role offers hands\-on training and real opportunities for growth in a dynamic, team\-driven environment.
**Please watch our career video for more information** **https://www.gwrr.com/careers/**
**Responsibilities:**
* Comply with all federal, state, and other applicable railroad safety and operational regulations
* Follow instructions when working with a certified trainer, mentor, or supervisor
* Repair and rebuild railroad track using hydraulic or hand tools
* Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material
* Inspect tools and equipment for defects to determine if they are in a safe condition prior to use
* Use various types of tools and equipment, including torches, hammers, jacks, rail saws and other mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools
* Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment
* Perform other duties as assigned
**Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:**
* Full\-time (40 plus hours weekly)
* Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on\-call as needed
* Outdoor work in all weather conditions
* Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact
* Able to squat, bend and lift overhead with extended periods of kneeling or crouching (bending at the knees)
* Frequent lifting of equipment and tools up to 76 pounds
**Skills and Experience:**
* Able to complete written forms and reports a...