Track Worker Job in Chicago, Illinois US
Track Worker
Job Summary Work as a member of a crew to install new railroad track, maintain existing track and right-of-way. 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 Pay Rate Entry Rate $19.37/hour Full Rate $21.52/hour Promotional/Advancement Opportunities Under Maintenance of Way Collective Bargaining Agreement, Track Workers may be considered for advancement or promotion to other positions within the Engineering Department if qualified. Machine Operator Welder Helper Bridge Tender Bridge Mechanic Foreman Track Inspector Training You will attend three weeks of training at the Railroad Education Development Institute in Atlanta, GA. CSX will pay for travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining agreement.