Construction Laborer Jobs

• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
• Measures, marks, and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed

• Raises rails to allow for tie removal and replacement
• Removes and replaces track and track components (e. g. ties, rails, bars, etc.)
• Cuts rails to specific lengths
• Controls traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
• Drills holes through rails for insertion of bolts, and tightens or loosens bolts at joints that hold ends or rails together

• Corrects deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
• Removes and replaces ballast
• Observes condition of tracks, track beds, and track right of way to detect and report problems or defects
• Digs holes and trenches.
• Slides and aligns tie plates

• Complies with all company and railroad safety rules, practices and regulations.
• Sorts track material for loading and unloading and assists operators with signaling equipment.

• A minimum of 0-2 years of relevant construction experience
• Must be 18 years or older

• Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations

• Works outdoors at construction sites
• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.

• Exposed to loud noise
• Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
• Uses hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, and/or assemble objects and tools
• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling of materials, equipment, and tools
• Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to 50 pounds

• Must wear appropriate safety equipment, such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection, as required by the company.
• May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage

Nearest Major Market: Chicago