Track Maintenance; Laborer, Truck Driver, Welder - District; MRL

Track Maintenance (Laborer, Truck Driver, Welder) - 1000 District (MRL)

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

Job Location: Missoula

Other Potential Locations: Missoula, MT

Anticipated Start Date: 05/04/2026

Number of Positions: 1

Salary Range: Pay rate is approx. $27.45/hr - $35.32/hr

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our Engineering Department means contributing to the backbone of our nation's rail infrastructure. As a member of our Track Maintenance Team, you'll play a vital role in constructing, inspecting, and repairing tracks and other railroad assets.

This is a full-time (40hrs/wk) position and is subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Travel is required to (and remain at) job sites for extended periods, sometimes for days or weeks at a time, in the designated seniority region.

Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.

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• Track Maintenance Repair and Installation, including repairing and rebuilding railroad track and performing maintenance (pulling spikes, cutting, welding, or drilling rail). This may include maintaining a clean right of way by removing hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage.
• Maintaining the Track-bed, including manually compressing ballast, removing/installing ties and replacing, cutting, and adjusting rail in addition to lifting and carrying materials with assistance.
• Operating Equipment, including using power hand tools (electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic) as well as non-powered hand tools (drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, grinders, shovels, picks, and saws).
• Truck Driver and Maintenance, including operating 26K+ lb trucks and ensuring proper truck/equipment maintenance and record keeping.
• Welding, grinding, and cutting rail, learning and following BNSF welding procedures and maintaining records and time sheets. This includes operating welding trucks safely and efficiently and taking proper precautions to reduce fire risks. May also include ordering material such as welding supplies, grinding stones, reports, and safety items.
• Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where conditions can include diverse and extreme weather (hot, cold, rain, snow, sleet), walking and working on uneven surfaces, and exposure to loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

Basic Qualifications:

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• At least 18 years of age or will be by the anticipated start date.
• Ability to report for duty at the designated work location.
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions.
• Able to work the above shift/hours.
• Able to meet the above travel requirements.
• Able to read, write and communicate (speak, hear, and understand) English.
• Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs occasionally.
• Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Able to visually distinguish colors (red, blue, green, yellow, and lunar/clear).
• Ability to discriminate and differentiate between verbal and non-verbal sounds (signals, alarms, etc.) in the work environment.
• Able to use hands to perform activities involving holding, grasping,…