Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.Job Location:TacomaOther Potential Locations:Tacoma, WAAnticipated Start Date:03/11/2024Number of Positions:3Salary Range:Pay rate is approx. $33.40/hr with avg annual pay of 70K-80K wiith 3 - 5 years seniorityAll communication with applicants will be done via email. Please check your email on a daily basis.Who we are and what we doDo you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety andservice that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight. Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.What we believeAt BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion.As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to:be treated with dignity and respect.have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serveand through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.SAFETYAt BNSF, Safety is a core value of how we do business.Each and everyday, our employees are committed to approach one another about safety, which is key in realizing our vision. Employees are also expected to comply with company and federal safety & health regulations, safety rules & policies, as well as procedures that guide work practices to reduce risk to exposure. Such work practices include but are not limited to wearing required safety equipment, responding to safety concerns, and taking appropriate actions in the event of an emergency.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESThis position is responsible for maintenance oftrack infrastructure,includingconstruction, inspection and repair of track and other railroad property/facilities;equipment operation and maintenance;andtravel and work within assigned geographic area.TRACK MAINTENANCE REPAIR AND INSTALLATIONRepair and rebuild railroad trackusingpower and non-power hand toolsLift/carry track materialCut brush, trees and vegetationClear right-of-way of litter and cargo spillagePerform maintenanceby pulling spikes from ties, drilling holes through rails for bolt insertion, and fitting boltsMAINTAIN TRACKBEDCut railManually compress ballastRemove/install tiesLift, roll, and adjust railsLift/carry track material with assistanceOPERATE EQUIPMENTRemove/replace ballastOperate non-powered hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes, cutters, sledgehammersOperate proper electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic hand tools such as drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, and grindersThe duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position.This is notan exhaustive list of the position's duties.WORKING CONDITIONSExtreme all-weather conditionsWalk and perform work on uneven surfacesSafety sensitive work environmentLoud Noise and FumesWork on and around heavy/moving machinerySHIFTS/HOURSFull-time(40hrs/wk)Subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternate shifts, weekends, and holidaysTRAVELTravel to and remain on job sites in designated seniority regionand remain on sitefor exte