Posted 4mo ago

Track Maintainer I

@ Bi-State Development
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:track work, operate equipment, pass safety exam
Requirements Summary:Must perform track work safely, operate on-track equipment, and follow MetroLink Safety Rules; requires valid Class A CDL by end of qualification period.
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Track Maintainer I

Full Time 28.73 - 28.73 (Hourly)

Benefits

  • Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the community
  • Receive a competitive salary
  • Enjoy comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement eligible medical, prescription, health reimbursement account (HRA) subsidy, wellness and life insurance benefits
  • Take advantage of 10 paid holidays annually - plus a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday
  • Access supplemental benefits through Unum, including off-the-job accident, critical illness, short-term disability, whole life, and hospital indemnity insurance
  • Participate in our wellness program, which includes free health screenings
  • Use our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
  • Bi-State Development is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, tuition reimbursement and student loan payment 401k match programs
  • Get exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
  • Work out anytime at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7
  • Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access
  • Save with discounted cell phone plans
  • Receive a tool and uniform allowance

Let us support your well-being and professional growth while making a difference!


Job Summary

Must perform track work functions and other duties as
assigned in a safe, orderly and productive manner. The position requires the
ability to safely operate equipment, including on-track equipment and vehicles
necessary for the performance of track maintenance and repair. Must follow the
instructions of Central Control while working on or near the right-of-way.
Track Maintainers must be qualified on the MetroLink Safety Rules for
Maintenance-of-Way (MOW) employees. 

Job Responsibilities

  • No more than one preventable accident for twenty-four (24) months prior to job bid.
  • Ability to perform all duties safely, efficiently and in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations with minimum supervision.  This includes the ability to operate any required high-rail, on-track and other vehicles for Maintenance of Way work.
  • Successfully pass the Metro Link Operating Rules Examination for Maintenance of Way (MOW) employees and Standard Operating Procedures. Employees are to be high-rail and flag qualified.
  • Must possess knowledge of first aid and safety practices and be able to demonstrate the same. 
  • License: Possession of a current, valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License is a requirement to hold this position and shall be acquired by the end of the qualification period.
  • Ability to perform the heavy physical requirements of the job, such as lifting rail parts and equipment weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds, and assisting in the loading, unloading and movement of ties, rails, and other heavy objects weighing over one hundred (100) pounds.
  • Successful completion of training program and post-training qualification period.
  • Call-out on a 24-hour basis in critical and emergency
    situations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must perform
track work functions and other duties as assigned in a safe orderly and
productive manner. The position requires the ability to safely operate
high-rail, on-track and other vehicles necessary for the performance of track
maintenance and repair.  Must follow the
instructions of Central Control while working on or near the right-of-way.
Meets job class requirements set out in Sub-Section A (above). 

  • Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs, and replaces as required all components related to the track and roadbed of the Metro Link right-of-way.  This includes, but not limited to rail sections, switch points, frogs, stock rails, ties, bridge and switch timbers, tie plates, cut spikes, and other fasteners.
  • Performs routine and emergency track maintenance and repair, including but not limited to; tamping, rail replacement, rail alignment, and track panel installation.
  • Operates equipment and vehicles as required in the performance of track maintenance functions, including tamping machines, on-track ballast regulator, cranes, backhoe, and other equipment required for MOW work.
  • Assists other workers in routine and emergency
    situations affecting the movement of trains over the right

Compensation:

28.73 - 28.73 (Hourly)

Employment Type:

Full Time

Education:

Highschool Diploma or Equivalent

Days Off:

Fri - Sat

Work Hours:

1030pm - 7am

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Bi-State Development is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.