Track Laborer - CRL

Track LaborerThe Track Laborer installs and repairs railroad track on a specified territory of railroad. Safely operates spike pullers and spike drivers: removes old spikes, drives new spikes, and performs related maintenance to railroad track that meet department and company goals, and comply with Federal Railroad Association (FRA) rules and regulations.The Track Laborer demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnerships with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX's continued success.Essential ResponsibilitiesEnsure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and the FRAWork safely in a construction/field environment following the safety rules and carrying out the work in a manner that promotes a safe work environmentOperate spike pullers, spike drivers to perform construction and maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracksRaise rail using track jack to facilitate removal and installation of railroad tiesDrill holes with power drill through rails for bolt insertionOperate track-wrench machine to tighten and/or loosen bolts at rail jointsOperate rail saw to cut rails into specified lengthsDrive company vehiclesPerform CDL work to meet qualifications of the FMCSA Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Subpart B: Qualification and Disqualification of Drivers and other regulations as applicable, including but not limited to, Part § 391.11Other DutiesWork safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuriesWear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glassesWork hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift workMaintain DOT qualificationsPerform other duties and projects as assignedSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneRequired Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities18 years of age or olderOperate hand tools, including: wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, measuring tapes etc.Operate power tools and hydraulic equipment, including: portable grinders, rail saws, spike pullers, track wrench machines, power drills, track jackApply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or verbal instructionsRead and follow safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals, gauges and dials on precision measuring toolsPerform basic shop math concepts to calculate figures and amounts such as: area, circumference, length, distance, and volumeWrite legibly to complete routine reports, and complete required testingFamiliar with and adhere to track Safety Standards in work completionPass written examinations on the safe operations of trains and maintenance of way standardsFamiliar with Roadway Workers' Protection (RWP)Effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise and professional mannerBasic Computer skillsDemonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolutionProfessional integrity and accountabilityWork in fast-paced, collaborative environmentRequired Certifications and LicensesValid State Driver's License – pass DOT medical certification and Drivers Qualification File, pass DOT Drug & Alcohol testingPreferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPrevious experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or Oil & Gas industriesHigh School Diploma/GEDBackhoe operation experiencePreferred Certifications and LicensesClass A CDLWork EnvironmentExposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather including: snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing tempsTravelDaily travel as business requires during scheduled work hoursPhysical RequirementsStrength - Occ - Freq - Cons - Weight/ Force - Side - Height From - Height ToLifting - "136-pound Plate" - X - 18.9 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - Lining Bar - X - 26 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - Claw Bar - X - 30.7 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 60 inLifting - Impact Wrench - X - 31 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - Portable Derail - X - 44.3 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - Track Jack - X - 48.5 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - Compromise Bar (136/115) - X - 53.8 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - 136-pound Angle Bar - X - 56.1 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - 136-pound Angle Bar - X - 58.8 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 40 inLifting - Tools, Parts and Equipment - X - 65 lb - Two Hands - 0 in - 60 inStrength - Occ - Freq - Cons - Weight/ Force - Side - Height - Rotation - Grip Pattern - Hand SpreadPushing - Manual Track Wrench - X - 106 lb - Two Hands - 35 in - Neutral - CylinderPushing - Spike Puller/Claw Bar - X - 118.8 lb - Two Hands - Waist - Pronated - HookPushing - Ergo Bow Switch - X - 133.7 lb - Two Hands - 35 in - Neutral - CylinderPulling - Hydraulic Spike Driver - X - 60.5 lb - Two Hands - 26 in - Pronated - Cylinder - 13 inPulling - Hydraulic Spike Puller - X - 63.9 lb - Two Hands - 34 in - Pronated - Cylinder - 10 inPulling - Ergo Bow Switch - X - 75.1 lb - Two Hands - 35 in - Neutral - CylinderPulling - High Stand Switch - X - 87 lb - Two Hands - 36 in - Pronated - CylinderPulling - Rail Turner 39-foot Rail (90 lb) - X - 88.3 lb - Two Hands - Waist - Neutral - CylinderPulling - 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs - X - 119.1 lb - Two Hands - 30 in - Neutral - HookPulling - Drag 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs - X - 174.7 lb - Two Hands - 25 in - Neutral - HookUpper Body - Occ - Freq - Cons - DescriptionReaching - Below Knee - X - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) below the level of the knee.Reaching - Over Shoulder - X - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) above shoulder level.Reaching - Knee to Shoulder - X - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) between knee and shoulder level.Handling - Both - X - Seizing