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Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time-and we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible. This position presents the exciting professional opportunity for you to grow your career and to make a difference by working to ensure the hiring of top talent committed to the revitalization of NJ TRANSIT.

Work Location:

• Various – Trackmen must be willing and able to travel throughout all of NJ TRANSIT’s territory which includes areas throughout the state of New Jersey, certain areas in NY (Penn Station, Spring Valley, and Port Jervis), and Morrisville, PA.

Trackman:

• The Trackman position entails heavy, manual labor and is an intensive job. Trackmen work outside in all weather conditions to repair and maintain the tracks.
• Involves heavy lifting (i.e. lifting 20-50 lb. steel plates and throwing them into piles, etc.).
• Trackmen travel to wherever repairing of track is needed.
• Long distance travel may be required. Assignments may require overnight lodging.
• Travel and lodging are reimbursed according to contractual agreement.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A Valid Driver's License.
• Manual labor experience.
• Ability to lift heavy loads (up to 50lbs).
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to travel throughout all of NJ TRANSIT's territory.
• CDL A or B preferred.
• Equipment experience (cranes, backhoes, forklifts, etc.) preferred.

What we offer:

• Advancement Opportunities and Wage Progression
• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Leave and Paid Time Off (personal, sick, and vacation days)
• Life Insurance
• 401(a) Retirement Plan - up to 5% match and 457-Deferred Savings Plan
• U.S. Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB)

At NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff. NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason. It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.

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