Railroad Track Machine Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety-focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at Railserve.com.

Job Description

The Track Foreman is responsible for coordinating and performing railroad track inspection, maintenance, and repair activities within an active industrial facility. This is a working foreman position that spends the majority of the day performing track maintenance alongside the crew while helping organize daily work and ensuring jobs are completed safely and efficiently.

Rather than supervising direct reports, the Track Foreman provides day-to-day field leadership by coordinating work activities, promoting safe work practices, communicating with site leadership, and helping less experienced employees complete maintenance tasks correctly.

The ideal candidate has previous railroad track maintenance experience, leads by example, enjoys hands-on work, and can make an immediate impact on the quality and safety of the site's track infrastructure.

Schedule

Monday through Friday
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Overtime may be required based on operational needs

Compensation

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour based on experience

Duties

Coordinate daily track maintenance activities with site leadership
Lead by example while performing track maintenance alongside the crew
Assist with planning daily work assignments and job priorities
Drive spikes and install or replace track components
Move, install, and replace railroad cross ties
Inspect, adjust, and lubricate switches
Tighten track bolts and hardware
Check track gauge, cross level, and overall track condition
Perform routine track inspections and identify maintenance needs
Help train and mentor less experienced employees on safe work practices and proper maintenance procedures
Communicate maintenance needs, project updates, and safety concerns to site leadership
Ensure required personal protective equipment is used properly
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in safe operating condition
Complete required documentation as needed
Follow all company safety procedures and operating standards
Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Previous railroad track maintenance experience required
Experience serving as a lead, foreman, or senior track maintenance employee preferred
Reliable transportation required
Strong attendance and dependability required
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the shift
Ability to lift, carry, and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and track maintenance equipment
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Ability to coordinate daily work activities and lead by example in the field
Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and customer requirements
Ability to participate in Railserve's pre-employment screening process
Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits)

Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
Company-paid sickness and accident income
401(k) with company match
Annual safety shoe reimbursement
Prescription safety wear
Holiday pay
Vacation
Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information

Outdoor industrial work environment with exposure to varying weather conditions
Exposure to moving rail equipment, maintenance equipment, noise, dust, and industrial operations
Moderate to heavy physical labor required
Frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, and carrying materials
Required use of personal protective equipment Majority of time spent performing hands-on track maintenance alongside the crew

Safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures

Grow With Us

Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.