CSX Corporation

Engineering - Track Worker - Walbridge, OH


PayCompetitive
LocationWalbridge/Ohio
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 53406

      Job Summary
      Work as a member of a crew to install new railroad track, maintain existing track and right-of-way. Employees must be able to meet and comply with the manufacturer's weight limitation safety rating and recommendations for any equipment associated with performing their duties, including the 300 lb. safety rating for ladders (both portable and affixed) and fall arrest equipment.

      Primary Activities and Responsibilities

      • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
      • Participate in group discussions including unit meetings, job briefings, safety meetings or process reviews
      • Remove and replace track and track components (e.g. ties, rails, bars, etc.)
      • Replace or repair track switches with specific components
      • Slide and align tie plates
      • Drill holes through rails for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts at joints that hold ends or rails together
      • Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge
      • Cut rails to specific lengths
      • Receive instructions, requests, orders, and information from posted bulletins, memorandums, rules and regulation manuals
      • Adjust, lift and roll rails
      • Sort track material for loading and unloading
      • Install and repair street and railroad crossings
      • Cut brush and vegetation from the right-of-way
      • Spray switches, angle bars and joints with oil for lubrication
      • Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager


      Pay Rate
      Entry Rates:

      90% First year - $31.68/hour

      95% Second year - $33.44/hour

      100% Third year - $35.20/hour


      Training
      You will attend training in Atlanta, GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.

      Minimum Qualifications

      • High School Diploma/GED
      • 18 years of age or older
      • Valid Driver's License
      • Must currently possess a CDL or obtain one within 60 days of start date

      * If you are unable to obtain a CDL license or at the least make significant progress in obtaining a CDL license within your sixty (60) day probationary period, CSX has the right to revoke your employment by rejecting your application. In the event you fail to obtain a CDL license or make significant progress in obtaining it and your application is not rejected, your ability to bid on open positions/vacancies will be limited, meaning you will face an increased likelihood of being furloughed.

      Preferred Qualifications

      • One or more years of outside work experience (e.g. construction, heavy equipment operator, farming, etc.)
      • Welding experience
      • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A with Airbrake Endorsement

      Physical Requirements

      • Heavy work, lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally and up to 85 pounds on a rare basis
      • Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb
      • Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis
      • Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection

      Basic Competencies

      • Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications)
      • Communication skills (provide clear instructions/directions)
      • Reasoning skills (problem solving and troubleshooting skills)
      • Basic Math


      Job Requirements

      • Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
      • Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, or safety-toe boots
      • Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
      • Complete annual training and pass safety rules examinations
      • Must successfully pass probationary period
      • This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement and membership is req.
      • May require regional travel
      • Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test
  • About the company

      CSX Corporation is one of the nation's leading transportation suppliers. The company’s rail and intermodal businesses provide rail-based transportation services including traditional rail service and the transport of intermodal containers and trailers.

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