Top 20 Railroad worker Jobs in New York State

Track Worker (A)
Metropolitan Transportation Authority —Jamaica, NY
- $42.39 an hour
- Heavy lifting
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
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Railroad Safety Flagger NS North
RailPros —New York State
- $35 an hour
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Mileage reimbursement
- Commuter assistance
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Employee In Charge (EIC)
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) —New York, NY
- $23 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Construction Manager - Rail/Transit
Jacobs —New York, NY
- $175,000 - $225,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) —Cheektowaga, NY
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Quality Manager
Iovino Enterprises —Brooklyn, NY
- $130,000 - $180,000 a year
- 7 years
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
Deputy Force Account Manager (Construction Manager)
Mace —New York, NY
- From $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Engineering
- 8 years
Substation Electrician
Metropolitan Transportation Authority —Jamaica, NY
- $42.60 an hour
- Day shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
MTA Construction Safety Coordinator
ECCO III Enterprises —New York, NY
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Engineering System Operator
Metropolitan Transportation Authority —Jamaica, NY
- $45.97 - $57.47 an hour
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Windows
Construction Safety Coordinator
ECCO III Enterprises —Yonkers, NY
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
M W Mechanic
Metropolitan Transportation Authority —Jamaica, NY
- $32.74 an hour
- Day shift
- Mechanic experience
- 8 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Construction Inspector
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) —Rochester, NY
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- English
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Driver III
CEVALogistics —Buffalo, NY
- $22.54 - $28.17 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Clean driving record
- Hazmat Endorsement
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Resident Engineer
KS Engineers, P.C. —Queens, NY
- $187,000 - $212,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Project Manager, Signal Systems
E-J Electric Installation Co. —New York, NY
- $130,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Track Worker (A)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority -
Jamaica, NY

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Job Details

$42.39 an hour
1 day ago

Qualifications

Lifting equipment
Construction material handling
Outdoor work experience
Heavy equipment operation
Moving
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Drills
Jackhammers
Construction experience
Landscaping

Full Job Description

Job ID: 16689

Business Unit: Long Island Rail Road

Location: Jamaica, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Engineer Track Construction

Date Posted: Jul 27, 2026

Description

Job Title: Track Worker (A)

Department: Engineering

MTA Agency: LIRR

Primary Location(s): Various

100% Hourly Rate of Pay: $ 42.388602 (Rate Effective 6/16/2025) (See Wage Progression Below)

Safety Sensitive

Union Affiliation: SMART-Transportation Division, Local 29

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

About your agency:

Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible to construct and maintain track infrastructure to a state of good repair.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Perform track maintenance and construction work, which includes:
Using heavy tools for spiking, drilling & installing Track Components
Heavy digging in large stone (ballast) and using heavy duty jacks
Lifting & carrying rails and ties using various hand tools (i.e. picks, ballast forks)
Carrying heavy hand tools for spiking, drilling and install Track Components
Working with and around heavy machinery in various environments, tunnels and bridges
General clean-up work on the Right of Way, which entails lifting and moving various materials with hand & equipment.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent (GED or TASC) approved by a State’s Department of Education or recognized accredited organization
Recent experience with landscaping, construction work where heavy lifting, digging, moving materials, machine work and other relative physical activities are the predominant requirement, preferably in an outdoor environment.
Ability to use sledge hammers, ballast forks (pitch fork), lining bars, Jacks & other basic heavy tools.
Ability to lift, carry and be involved in outdoor physical activity in all weather conditions.
Ability to demonstrate moving track materials and digging within a track environment.
Must possess satisfactory work records including attendance, safety and discipline.
Must have a valid driver’s license.

Wage Progression:

Employees Hired Prior to 9/25/2014:
1st 365 Calendar Days 70%
2nd 365 Calendar Days 75%
3rd 365 Calendar Days 80%
4th 365 Calendar Days 85%
5th 365 Calendar Days 90%
After 1,825 Calendar Days 100%

Employees Hired On or After 9/25/2014:
1st 365 Calendar Days 70%
2nd 365 Calendar Days 70%
3rd 365 Calendar Days 75%
4th 365 Calendar Days 80%
5th 365 Calendar Days 85%
6th 365 Calendar Days 85%
7th 365 Calendar Days 90%
After 2,555 Calendar Days 100%

OTHER INFORMATION:

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Actual salary offers may vary based on individual work experience. The annual salary range is subject to change and may be modified at the company’s discretion.
Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
Current employees should be in their current position 12 months prior to starting a new role and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record.
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The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

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railroad worker jobs in new york state

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MTA Construction Safety Coordinator

Engineering System Operator

Construction Safety Coordinator

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