OmniTRAX
Track Laborer - CRL
2728 E 104th St, Chicago, IL
On-site
First seen by offpeak October 14, 2026
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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
- Basic Computer skills
- 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
- Backhoe operation experience
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
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
Lifting - Portable Derail
X
44.3 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Track Jack
X
48.5 lb
Two Hands
0 in
40 in
Lifting - Compromise Bar (136/115)
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
Neutral
Cylinder
Pushing - Spike Puller/Claw Bar
X
118.8 lb
Two Hands
Waist
Pronated
Hook
Pushing - Ergo Bow Switch
X
133.7 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
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
Neutral
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
Waist
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs
X
119.1 lb
Two Hands
30 in
Neutral
Hook
Pulling - Drag 10-Foot Tie with Tie Tongs
X
174.7 lb
Two Hands
25 in
Neutral
Hook
Upper Body
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.
Handling - Both
X
Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hands.
Fingering - Fine Motor Manipulation
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
Sitting
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.
Balancing
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.
Disclaimers:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
OmniTRAX, Inc. conducts its recruiting and hiring activities directly and does not utilize third-party recruiting agencies, staffing firms, search firms, or fee-based referral services unless specifically engaged through a written agreement authorized by the Company. OmniTRAX, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from any agency or firm. Resumes or candidate information submitted to any OmniTRAX, Inc. employee without a valid, fully executed recruiting agreement and a specific requisition assignment authorized by the Company will be deemed unsolicited and become the property of OmniTRAX, Inc. OmniTRAX, Inc. reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any obligation to pay a fee, commission, or other compensation to the submitting agency.