$20/HR
Yard Laborer
Omaha Track is the innovative product and service supplier to the railroad industry-dedicated to providing excellence, quality, and value. We are committed to remaining the industry leader by focusing on continuous growth and improvement in our 4 areas of focus: Materials/Railroad Services/Equipment/Terminal Services.
Position Description
The Yard Laborer is responsible for performing physical labor, such as cutting, sorting, and moving materials throughout the rail yard.
Major Areas of Responsibility
Utilize a hand operated rail saw to cut rail as instructed
Utilize hydraulic spike pullers, bolt guns, and hand tools to remove tie plates from ties
Utilize a hydraulic drill for drilling relay rail
Sort Other Track Materials (OTM) on the sort belt
Clean switches using hand tools
Sort and move miscellaneous railroad materials, including ties, tie plates, joint bars, anchors, etc.
Perform general maintenance and upkeep on all company property and equipment utilized
Clear weeds and brush from tracks, switches, and around the yard.
Participate in all job briefings and conduct proper radio communications
Practice proper housekeeping with clean, properly maintained vehicles, tools, and equipment
Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures
Report all job site incidents and injuries to the facility manager immediately
Complete and maintain all required safety training and certifications
Adhere to all railroad and Omaha Track rules and regulations
Minimum Qualifications
Previous general labor experience is a plus but is not required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
Demonstrated intermediate mechanical and basic mathematical skills
Effective listening skills, including the ability to interpret, document, and follow oral instructions
Valid driver’s license preferred (must not have any major driving offenses within the last three years)
Must be able to pass a railroad background check to obtain and maintain the credentials to work on railroad property (i.e. no criminal convictions within the last seven years, must not have completed a jail sentence or probation within the last five years)
Work Requirements
Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
Understand and accurately interpret/follow laws, rules, regulations, and other railroad/Omaha Track guidelines
Ability to operate a hand operated rail saw for prolonged periods of time
Ability to follow instructions to complete tasks independently or as a team
Ability to work outdoors in a rail yard environment subject to all elements and conditions
Ability to meet all functional requirements including, but not limited to lifting/carrying (up to 60lbs), sitting, kneeling, climbing, standing, walking, bending, squatting, pulling, finger dexterity, and reaching above/below shoulders
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
