Track Maintenance (Laborer, Truck Driver, Welder) - Montana West (MRL Subdivision)

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.  

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

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Job Location: Livingston
Other Potential Locations: Livingston, MT 
Anticipated Start Date: 03/17/2025
Number of Positions: 10 
Salary Range: Entry rate is approx. $23.28-$25.87 after probation (Eligible for up to $30.82)

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our Engineering Department means contributing to the backbone of our nation's rail infrastructure. As a member of our Track Maintenance Team, you'll play a vital role in constructing, inspecting, and repairing tracks and other railroad assets.  

This is a full-time (40hrs/wk) position and is subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays. 

Travel is required to (and remain at) job sites for extended periods, sometimes for days or weeks at a time, in the designated seniority region.

Training for this position is company-paid on-the-job and classroom training and will include travel to the BNSF Training Center.

Key responsibilities may include:

Track Maintenance Repair and Installation including repairing and rebuilding railroad track and performing maintenance (pulling spikes, cutting, welding, or drilling rail).  This may include maintaining a clean right of way by removing hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage.

Maintaining the Track-bed which includes manually compressing ballast, remove/install ties and replacing, cutting, and adjusting rail in addition to lifting and carrying materials with assistance.

Operating Equipment which includes using power hand tools (electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic) as well as non-powered hand tools (drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, grinders, shovels, picks, and saws).

Truck Driver and Maintenance includes operating 26K+ lb trucks and ensuring proper truck/equipment maintenance and record keeping.

Welding, grinding, and cutting rail, learning, understanding, and following BNSF welding procedures and as maintaining records and time sheets. In addition to operating welding trucks safely and efficiently, taking proper precautions to reduce fire risks. May also include ordering material which includes welding supplies, grinding stones, reports, and safety.

Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

BNSF prioritizes safety as a core value of how we do business. Our employees engage in daily safety conversations to achieve our vision. In addition, they must adhere to safety regulations, rules, and policies, including wearing safety equipment, responding to concerns, and taking action in emergencies.

The duties and responsibilities