Job ID: 19264 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives. Pay Range: $20 - $24 / hour Position Summary The Track Laborer performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor to build, repair and maintain railroad track. Uses a variety of hand and power tools and other construction equipment. Works with a crew and reports to a Foreman. Must be able to work safely and as a team member. • **This position requires regular travel*** Examples of tools utilized include: Ballast, rails, spike mauls, tie tongs, rail tongs, rail forks, lining bars, shovels, jacks, spike mauls, spike drivers, claw bars, spike lifters, spike pullers, power wrenches, impact drills, and other welding material. Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties • Cleans and prepares construction work sites to eliminate possible hazards. • Attaches rail, remove spikes, lift and handle railroad crossties. • Reads and interprets plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities. • Digs ditches or trenches, backfills excavations, and compacts and levels earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes including tamping ballast. • Positions, joins, aligns, and seals structural components. • Measures, marks, and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed. • Signals equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials. • Loads, unloads, and identifies building materials, machinery, and tools, and distributes them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications. • Follows company and industry safety rules, practices and procedures. • Controls traffic passing near, in, and around work zones. Required Skills and Qualifications • Must be 18 years or older. • 0-2 years of relevant construction experience. • Willing to work various shift schedules, including nights and weekends. • Ability to travel to various project and work sites as needed. • Experience with machines and tools used in construction, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance. • Ability to understand written and verbal instructions. • Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures and regulations. • Ability to work as a team to carry out assigned tasks. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Works outdoors at railroad construction sites in all weather conditions, including very hot and cold weather. • Capable of walking long distances on uneven or rough terrain. • Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery and tools up to 50 pounds. • Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending and handling of materials, equipment and tools. • May be exposed to loud noise, live track/trains and high voltage. • Must wear appropriate safety equipment, such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection, as required by the company. RailWorks is North America's leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success. This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual's sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
See More Details >>The PeopleReady located at Stockton, California, 95207 is currently hiring a Construction General Labor Job Description Are you looking for a full-time or part-time opportunity in construction? Are you the type of person who loves diversity in you work day? We are now hiring for Construction Associates with a real passion for working with their hands to positively chip in at construction jobsites. Construction Associates can be found on almost all construction sites performing a wide range of tasks from very easy to hazardous. They are at building, highway, and heavy construction sites; residential and commercial sites; tunnel and shaft excavations; and demolition sites. Many of the jobs they perform are demanding and require specialized training and experience. Other jobs require little skill and can be learned quickly. Although most Associates specialize in a type of construction, such as highway or tunnel construction, some are generalists who perform many different tasks during all stages of construction. To perform their jobs effectively, Construction Associates should be familiar with the duties of other skilled trades professionals and with the materials, tools, and machinery they use, as all of these workers are part of a team, jointly carrying out assigned construction tasks. If this opportunity sounds like a good fit for you, click the apply link above! Responsibilities Include: ? Moving, securing, installing, building, and loading or unloading materials ? Assisting in the building or construction of various things ? Some specialized tasks may require on-the job training, which we provide ? Effectively using heavy and light equipment, depending on the jobsite/assignment ? Moving items from place to place, according to direction from the site supervisor ? Moving dirt or other material as directed in plans or by supervisor Qualifications: ? Experience on commercial construction sites preferred ? Verifiable work history that confirms your professional skills and experience ? Some Construction Associate assignments have additional screening requirements, such as background checks and/or drug screenings #EVER650D PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
See More Details >>Join to apply for the Laborer role at Forgen Join to apply for the Laborer role at Forgen Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations. Location: Stockton, CA Position Summary Execute general construction laborer duties. Forgen Overview Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work. Key Responsibilities • Participate in a drug-free workplace environment with a random drug testing program. • Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance. • Assist with excavation and/or hand excavation of contaminated soils. • Perform numerous manual duties, including: the operation of both manual and mechanical clearing equipment, operate power washer, direct traffic, general housekeeping, fuel equipment and other general construction tasks. • Read and comply with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) which accompany all chemicals present at the hazardous waste site. • Execute tasks from detailed written and oral instructions. • Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources. • Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, MSDS’s, warning tags, traffic signs, and procedure manuals. • Willing to work extended hours. • Team player who can work independently. • Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed. Basic Qualifications • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent. • The following years of experience is required: • Laborer 1: Zero plus year of construction laborer experience. • Laborer 2: Two plus years of construction laborer experience. • Laborer 3: Five plus years of construction laborer experience. Preferred Qualifications • TWIC card holder preferred. • The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary. • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training. • Competent Person Safety Training • 8-Hour Supervisory Training • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training • First Aid and CPR Physical Demands & Work Environment This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or k conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential. This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk. Pay Range $35.25—$35.25 USD Equal Opportunity Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any legally protected status. Agency Policy Seniority level • Seniority level Entry level Employment type • Employment type Part-time Job function • Job function Other • Industries Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Forgen by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Laborer” roles. Concrete Laborer (Finishing/Detailer) - Lockeford We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Stockton, CA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under skilled professionals. Over the past years, Stockton has seen a steady demand for masonry workers, with approximately 1,143 positions available and an average weekly wage of $512.75. This trade offers a pathway to a stable career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $26,635 annually for experienced professionals.
