Quick Summary
Remove old railroad ties and install replacement ties Assist with installing, repairing, and aligning railroad track Handle rail, ties, plates, spikes, fasteners,
Valid state-issued driver's license Ability and willingness to travel nationwide approximately 100% of the time Ability to remain away from home for extended periods Experience with physical la
Road & Rail Services is looking for hardworking, dependable individuals to join our traveling railroad team as Track Maintenance Workers. This position is based out of Frankfort, Kentucky, but employees will travel throughout the United States to complete railroad track construction, maintenance, and repair projects.
Responsibilities
~1 min readAbility and willingness to travel nationwide approximately 100% of the time
Ability to remain away from home for extended periods
Experience with physical labor, construction, equipment, maintenance, or a related field preferred
Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment
Ability to lift and handle materials throughout the workday
Ability to regularly bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach, stand, and walk
Ability to walk and work on ballast, uneven ground, and other challenging surfaces
Dependable attendance and punctuality
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Willingness to work as part of a traveling crew
Employees will travel to railroad project locations throughout the country and should expect frequent overnight stays and extended periods away from home.
Work is performed primarily outdoors. Depending on the project location and season, you may work in heat, cold, rain, wind, snow, humidity, and other changing weather conditions.
The work is physically demanding and takes place around railroad tracks, construction equipment, tools, vehicles, and other industrial hazards. Candidates must be comfortable performing active work for extended periods while following established safety procedures.
What We Offer
~1 min readRoad & Rail Services offers eligible full-time employees:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Annual steel-toe boot allowance
Company-provided PPE
Hands-on railroad training
Skill-development opportunities
Opportunities to advance into equipment operation and leadership roles
Promote-from-within culture
Veteran-friendly workplace
Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services provides railroad construction, maintenance, and operational services throughout North America.
This opportunity is a strong fit for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work, traveling, working with tools and equipment, and seeing the results of their work at the end of the day.
If you're ready to travel and want to build specialized railroad skills, apply today for our Track Maintenance Worker position based out of Frankfort, KY.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 2, 2026
- Last seen
- October 2, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 56%
- Scored at
- October 2, 2026
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