Track Laborer

TRACK LABORER

Construction or mechanical experience preferred

About the Position

Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad is seeking a Track Laborer to assist with the construction, maintenance, and repair of railroad track infrastructure including rail, ties, switches, and ballast to ensure safe train operations.

Pay and Benefits

• Starting pay:
Approximately $32 per hour

• Health insurance available upon employment

• Dental and vision insurance available after one year

• Covered under the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) retirement system

What You'll Do

• Work as part of a crew to construct, repair, and maintain railroad track

• Remove and replace defective rails and ties

• Drill rails for bolt insertion using hand or power drills

• Drive spikes into ties using spike mauls or pneumatic tools to secure rail

• Tighten or loosen track bolts using track wrenches

• Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment from trucks

• Assist with ballast work and general track maintenance

• Perform other duties related to track maintenance as assigned

Work Environment

• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions

• Walking and working on ballast and uneven terrain

• Exposure to dust, noise from power tools, and outdoor elements

Physical Requirements

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and climbing

• Standing and walking for extended periods on uneven ballast surfaces

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy materials and tools

• Reaching above shoulder level and performing repetitive manual tasks

• Grasping and handling track materials such as spikes, bolts, and tools

• Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions

Schedule

Railroad operations run 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

The following experience is not required but is preferred:

• Welding experience or welding certification

• CDL Class B with air brake endorsement

• Mechanical aptitude with experience in diesel and gas engines

• Hydraulic system experience

• Heavy equipment operation experience

This is a union represented position. After a 60 day training period, employees must join the appropriate union and pay union dues.