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OmniTRAX, Inc.

Track Laborer - GWR

OmniTRAX, Inc., Denver, Colorado, United States

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Posted Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM

POSITION SUMMARY The Track Laborer installs and repairs railroad track on a specified territory of railroad. Safely operates spike pullers and spike drivers: removes old spikes, drives new spikes, and performs related maintenance to railroad track that meet department and company goals, and comply with Federal Railroad Association (FRA) rules and regulations.

The Track Laborer demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnerships with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and the FRA

Work safely in a construction/field environment following the safety rules and carrying out the work in a manner that promotes a safe work environment

Operate spike pullers, spike drivers to perform construction and maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracks

Raise rail using track jack to facilitate removal and installation of railroad ties

Drill holes with power drill through rails for bolt insertion

Operate track-wrench machine to tighten and/or loosen bolts at rail joints

Operate rail saw to cut rails into specified lengths

Drive company vehicles

Perform CDL work to meet qualifications of the FMCSA Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Subpart B: Qualification and Disqualification of Drivers and other regulations as applicable, including but not limited to, Part § 391.11

OTHER DUTIES

Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries

Wear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses

Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work

Maintain DOT qualifications

Perform other duties and projects as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

18 years of age or older

Operate hand tools, including: wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, measuring tapes etc.

Operate power tools and hydraulic equipment, including: portable grinders, rail saws, spike pullers, track wrench machines, power drills, track jack

Apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or verbal instructions

Read and follow safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals, gauges and dials on precision measuring tools

Perform basic shop math concepts to calculate figures and amounts such as: area, circumference, length, distance, and volume

Write legibly to complete routine reports, and complete required testing

Familiar with and adhere to track Safety Standards in work completion

Pass written examinations on the safe operations of trains and maintenance of way standards

Familiar with Roadway Workers’ Protection (RWP)

Effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise and professional manner

Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution

Professional integrity and accountability

Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Valid State Driver’s License – pass DOT medical certification and Drivers Qualification File, pass DOT Drug & Alcohol testing

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or Oil & Gas industries

High School Diploma/GED

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Class A CDL

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather including: snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing temps

TRAVEL

Daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours

COMPENSATION

Estimated Starting Hourly Wage: $23.38

Exact starting hourly wage is determined by merit; seniority; geographic location; education, training, and/or experience related to job duties and responsibilities

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, Eligible for Overtime

Eligible for Participation - Annual Discretionary Bonus

BENEFITS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Strength

Occ

Freq

Cons

Weight/ Force

Side

Height From

Height To

Lifting - "136-pound Plate"

X

18.9 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

Lifting - Lining Bar

X

26 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

Lifting - Claw Bar

X

30.7 lb

Two Hands

0 in

60 in

Lifting - Impact Wrench

X

31 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

X

44.3 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

Lifting - Track Jack

X

48.5 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

X

53.8 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

Lifting - 136-pound Angle Bar

X

56.1 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

Lifting - 136-pound Angle Bar

X

58.8 lb

Two Hands

0 in

40 in

Lifting - Tools, Parts and Equipment

X

65 lb

Two Hands

0 in

60 in

Strength

Occ

Freq

Cons

Weight/ Force

Side

Height

Rotation

Grip Pattern

Hand Spread

Pushing - Manual Track Wrench

X

106 lb

Two Hands

35 in

Cylinder

Pushing - Spike Puller/Claw Bar

X

118.8 lb

Two Hands

Pronated

Hook

Pushing - Ergo Bow Switch

X

133.7 lb

Two Hands

35 in

Cylinder

Pulling - Hydraulic Spike Driver

X

60.5 lb

Two Hands

26 in

Pronated

Cylinder

13 in

Pulling - Hydraulic Spike Puller

X

63.9 lb

Two Hands

34 in

Pronated

Cylinder

10 in

Pulling - Ergo Bow Switch

X

75.1 lb

Two Hands

35 in

Cylinder

Pulling - High Stand Switch

X

87 lb

Two Hands

36 in

Pronated

Cylinder

Pulling - Rail Turner 39-foot Rail (90 lb)

X

88.3 lb

Two Hands

Cylinder

Pulling - 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs

X

119.1 lb

Two Hands

30 in

Hook

Pulling - Drag 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs

X

174.7 lb

Two Hands

25 in

Hook

Occ

Freq

Cons

Description

Reaching - Below Knee

X

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) below the level of the knee.

Reaching - Over Shoulder

X

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) above shoulder level.

Reaching - Knee to Shoulder

X

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) between knee and shoulder level.

X

Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hands.

X

Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers.

Cervical Flexion/Extension

X

Flexing and/or extending at the cervical spine.

Rotation - Cervical

X

Rotating at the cervical spine.

Rotation - Thoracic & Lumbar

X

Rotating at the thoracic and lumbar spine.

Lower Body

Occ

Freq

Cons

Description

X

Remaining in a seated position.

Standing

X

Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position without moving about.

Walking

X

Moving about on foot. Walk on uneven surfaces.

Climbing

X

Ascending or descending between two points.

X

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.

Stooping

X

Bending body forward by bending spine at the waist.

Kneeling - Two Knees

X

Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one or both knees.

Crouching/Squatting

X

Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.

*Occ = Occasional ; defined as 1-33% of a usual and customary workday.

* Freq = Frequent ; defined as 34-66% of a usual and customary workday.

* Cons = Constant ; defined as 67-100% of a usual and customary workday.

** Not all tasks required at each location. Position and physical demand is representative, but individualized assessment may be necessary.

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