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The MoW Technician will assist in general track and maintenance of way activiites including installation, maintenance, inspection and replacement of ties, rail, switches, ballast and culverts and other drainage structures.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities
Monitor processes, materials or surroundings - monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems.
Cut rails to specified lengths using rail saws.
Remove and replace ties and rails; pull and drive spikes; shovel rock ballast; load and unload equipment and material.
Repair or adjust track switches, using wrenches and replacement parts.
Grind ends of new or worn rails to attain smooth joints, using portable grinders.
Glean tracks or clear ice or snow from tracks or switch boxes.
Clean, grade or level ballast on railroad tracks.
Clean or make minor repairs to machines or equipment.
Drill holes through rails, tie plates, or fishplates for insertion of bolts or spikes, using power drills.
Raise rails, using manual/hydraulic jacks to allow for tie removal and replacement.
Complete written forms and reports, including FRA reports as required.
Required Skills/Abilities
High school dipoloma or equivalent, such as GED.
Experience not required but helpful.
CDL and experience operating equipment is a plus.
Equivalent of a two-year degree in related technical field is a plus but not a requirement.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience with heavy hand tools.
Job Requirements
Available to work in the geographic area of Western Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Comply with all Company and FRA safety rocedures, policies and rules including wearing required safety equipment.
Must be able to drive and possess a valid State driver’s license in good standing.
Must possess the knowledge to use a computer, general office equipment, fleet vehicles and other related shop equipment and able to keep detailed work records.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed.
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of conditions (e.g. weather, rain, dust, noise, heat, cold, etc.)
Must be able to report to work safely with two-hour notice.
Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol.
Must pass a background screening.
Must pass a post-offer medical examination, including a drug test.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of standing and traversing railroad cars and tracks.
Perform physical activities that require condierable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting heavy objects, bending, balancing, walking, stooping, stretching and handling of materials.
Must handle parts and equipment ranging from 10 to 100 lbs. Must be able to lift, push, pull, climb, sit and stand.
Must be able to identify and distinguish colors and hear warning signals.
Must be able to walk up to a mile on rough terrain.
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at a time.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhausitive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
