Employment Opportunities
We are currently hiring in our MoW Department. If you would like to submit an application, we will keep it on hand for the next six months.
Trackman (with CDL)
Department
Maintenance of Way
WORK LOCATION
Based out of our Lycoming Valley Railroad at 421 Reighard Avenue Williamsport, PA 17701.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Trackman work consists of routine maintenance on railroad tracks, bridges, and right of ways. Trackmen will perform manual labor duties. Trackman work in a crew to complete the duties outlined below.
Typical Workweeks are four, 10-hour days.
Workdays are from 7AM-5PM Monday through Thursday with potential for extra time when needed.
DUTIES
Replace cross ties, switch timbers, bridge timbers, & rail.
Perform crossing replacements.
Work with a tie crew & a surfacing crew to make repairs to the track structure.
Cut & remove fallen trees.
Will need to use hand tools to perform above duties (Ex. Hammers, Claw Bars, Shovels, Etc.).
Will operate power tools (gas, pneumatic, & hydraulic).
Operate hand-thrown switches.
Work assigned to improve the railroad infrastructure.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be able to have reliable means of arriving at work (and on time) each day.
Must pass preemployment background checks, physical fitness tests, and drug testing.
Must be willing to submit to random drug and alcohol tests.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Must be able to work individually and as a team member.
Must be able to make quick and responsible decisions regarding safety on and off track.
Must be able to visually & audibly detect trains or other on-track equipment.
Must be able to perform physical labor (lift/move 60lbs & occasionally may have to lift up to 100lbs).
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Must be able to walk on uneven/unstable surfaces.
Must be a safety-oriented individual
Must be a good team player
Class A CDL is preferred (or a plus)
We accept applications for all positions at all times.
You may also mail your employment application and/or resume to:
North Shore Railroad Company
Attn: Employment Application
356 Priestley Avenue
Northumberland, PA 17857
Our company provides our employees with:
Family-Sustaining Wages
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick/Personal Days
Railroad Retirement Benefits
Matching 401(k)
Profit Sharing
Life Insurance
Family Healthcare Benefits, including vision and hearing (currently at no charge to employees)
The North Shore Railroad Company & Affiliates is a locally owned and based company operating more than 250 miles of track in Central PA.