Midland- Track Laborer (Rail)

Railserve

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Railserve is hiring dependable and safety-focused Track Laborers in Midland, MI to support the maintenance, repair, and inspection of railroad track infrastructure within an active industrial rail environment. This is a full-time, hands-on role critical to maintaining safe and reliable rail operations for our customers.

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy physical work, working outdoors, operating tools and equipment, and being part of a safety-focused team. Railserve provides training, promotes from within, and offers opportunities for long-term career growth in rail operations and track maintenance.

Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety-focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at Railserve.com.

Job Description

Track Laborers are responsible for maintaining railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient rail operations. This role supports track inspection, repair, and maintenance activities while working closely with site operations and maintenance personnel.

Employees work in an active industrial environment performing track maintenance duties such as replacing ties, driving spikes, maintaining switches, checking track alignment, and performing general track repairs. This position requires the safe use of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment while adhering to company safety standards and operating procedures.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Previous railroad or construction experience is helpful but not required for candidates with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Railserve promotes from within and provides opportunities for advancement into leadership and skilled maintenance positions.

Schedule

• Fixed schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Monday through Friday
• Overtime may be required based on operational needs

Compensation

$18.00 – $20.00 per hour based on experience

Duties

• Drive spikes and secure track components
• Move, install, and replace railroad cross ties
• Adjust, inspect, and maintain track switches
• Lubricate switches and track components
• Tighten track bolts and hardware
• Check track gauge and alignment
• Check cross level and track conditions
• Assist with track repairs and maintenance projects
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment
• Inspect work areas for safety hazards and report concerns
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times
• Follow company operating procedures and safety requirements
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Reliable transportation required
• Strong attendance and dependability required
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the shift
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and active rail infrastructure
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy equipment and materials
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities safely and effectively
• Ability to follow safety rules, operating procedures, and instructions
• Ability to participate in Railserve's pre-employment screening process
• Military experience is a plus

What We Offer (Benefits)

Railserve is committed to being an Employer of Choice, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information

• Outdoor industrial work environment with exposure to varying weather conditions
• Exposure to moving rail equipment, maintenance equipment, noise, dust, and industrial operations
• Moderate to heavy physical labor required
• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, and carrying materials
• Required use of personal protective equipment
• Safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety procedures

Grow With Us

Don’t worry if you don’t meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Our tools, technology, and processes continue to evolve, and we invest in training and developing our people for long-term success.

Railserve provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.