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Track Worker Job at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Bryson City, NC 28713

Description: Division/Department: Maintenance Of Way
Job Title: Track Worker (CDL)
Reports To: Roadmaster
Type of position: Non-Exempt / Hourly
Employee Classification: Regular
Location: Dillsboro, NC (various locations along GSMR track line)
Compensation: $18-24 per hour, DOE and Certification(s)
Job Summary:
Lay, repair, and maintain track and bridges for standard gauge railroad equipment used in regular railroad service or plant yards. Safely operate company vehicles that require a commercial driver’s license (CDL).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Willingness to learn to operate and/or ability to operate and repair related equipment Spiker, Tamper, Tie Crane, Tie Inserter, Brush Cutter, Hy-rail Trucks, Ballast Regulator, Back Hoe/Track Hoe, Air Compressor with Air Tools
  • Ability to operate and use related tools such as chain saws, pole saws, and rail saws.
  • Assists in performing all phases of railroad track and bridgework.
  • Responsible for instating and ensuring compliance to a track equipment and highway vehicle preventative maintenance program.
  • Operate company vehicles that require a CDL in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Strict compliance to GSMR procedures/rules, roadway worker safety program and operating rules.
  • Work as needed and perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements: Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:

  • Valid US Driver License and valid CDL with DOT medical card.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
  • Must be able to interact effectively with coworkers and customers.
  • Must be able to pass a background check, DMV record check, pre-employment drug screen, and WorkSteps physical evaluation.
  • Ability to work closely with others and be able to comprehend and carry out complex tasks.
  • Experience with operation and repair of hand and power tools as well as tractors and heavy equipment.
  • Experience with routine servicing and maintenance of off and on-road vehicles and equipment preferred.
  • Experience with working safely with crew members as a team.

Work Environment:

  • Work on and off the track in varied terrain in all weather during both daylight and dark hours.
  • Must be available for duty: weekends, nights and off hours in the event of track emergencies and/or special or emergency inspections
  • Ability to perform continuous heavy labor in extreme weather conditions
  • Varied schedule throughout the year dictated by train schedule and maintenance operations.
  • Schedule is typically Monday thru Thursday 10-hour days with rotating on-call weekends.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour




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