Track Maintainer
Bi-State Development, Saint Louis, MO, United States
Overview
Position : Track Maintainer I
Mission: 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.
Requirements Applicable To All Track Maintainer Job Classes
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, & 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-of-way.
Bi-State Development is committed to providing an Equal Employment Opportunity experience for all employees, applicants, vendors and customers with an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
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Position : Track Maintainer I
Mission: 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.
Requirements Applicable To All Track Maintainer Job Classes
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, & 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-of-way.
Bi-State Development is committed to providing an Equal Employment Opportunity experience for all employees, applicants, vendors and customers with an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
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