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Job Location: Twin Falls, ID Depot-Twin Falls-83301Office Location: OnsiteEmployment Type: HourlyJob Type: Full TimeStart a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support‑services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all or the same team. One Watco.Here's what you can expect from Watco:Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and NewsweekCompetitive compensation and benefitsPaid on‑the‑job training with peer trainersTraining for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance CenterLeadership and development programs offered through Watco UniversityCareer advancement opportunitiesJob Summary The Track Laborer will be required to safely and efficiently inspect, repair, and maintain the railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient service for our customers. This is a manual labor position, which requires that the individual becomes proficient in the following skills, duties, and requirements within a prescribed training and introductory period.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist with inspecting, loading & unloading, distribution and installation of rail, rail components, cross ties, switch ties, ballasts, and other track materialsAssist with inspecting, grinding, fabrication and repair of rail and track componentsAssist with inspection, maintenance, repair and construction of track turnouts, switch stands, and track infrastructureAssist with inspection, construction, demolition, and maintenance of track surface structure, gauge, tie removal and disposal, tie replacement and roadbed rehabilitationInspect, protect, construct, maintain, and repair road crossings, bridges, culverts and tunnels, facilities, snow fences, signs and equipmentCut and dispose of vegetation using tools, equipment and manual laborClean ice, snow, dirt and debris from switchesRemove snow, ice or other foreign materials from track infrastructureAccurate and timely reporting as requiredRead and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulationsCommunicate professionally and effectivelyLearn, understand and apply a comprehensive understanding of track authorityComply with performance metrics measurements and deadlinesPractice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies, procedures and regulationsRespond promptly to any accident, incident or emergency callRead gauges, precision measuring instruments, schematics and maintenance manuals 100% of the timeOperate equipment such as backhoe and track hoePerform other duties as assigned or requiredQualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.Must be able to pass the training courses below:Track Ground SchoolFederal Railroad Administration General Code of Operating Rules written testRoadway Worker Protection Worker written testFall Protection written testMaintenance of Way safety written testMSHA/OSHA training and certification (if required on site).Education Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent.#J-18808-Ljbffr