Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence
We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation's freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world. We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!
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Job Location: Galesburg Other Potential Locations: Galesburg, IL Anticipated Start Date: 05/04/2026 Number of Positions: 2 Salary Range: Entry rate is approx. $37.24-$37.39/hr
Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.
Embark on a fulfilling career at BNSF Railway, where joining our Engineering Department means contributing to the backbone of our nations rail infrastructure. As a member of our Construction - Structural Maintenance Bridge and Building Team, youll play a vital role in constructing, inspecting, and maintaining bridges and buildings to ensure structural integrity and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
• Performing construction, maintenance, and repairing of railroad bridges, tunnels, culverts, and other structures. • Repairing timber bridges, trestles, and tunnel supports, and repairing/replacing structural steel members of bridges. • Placing and finishing concrete surfaces and performing conventional carpentry work. • Reading blueprints to determine required materials and dimensions, lay out work, and mark cutting and assembly lines. • Assembling, cutting, shaping materials, fastening with appropriate fasteners, rigging materials for hoisting, and operating company vehicles as directed.
Work Environment:
Daily work is conducted in a safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery. BNSF prioritizes safety as a core value of how we do business. Our employees engage in daily safety conversations to achieve our vision. In addition, they must adhere to safety regulations, rules, and policies, including wearing safety equipment, responding to concerns, and taking action in emergencies.
Relocation Assistance and Probationary Period:
Relocation assistance is not available and there is a 60-day probationary period. The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position's duties.
Perks and Benefits:
At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets you where you are, a few of those benefits include:
• A range of health care options for you and your dependents including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, wellness coaching, 2nd opinion services, and high-quality care network options. • Life insurance, provided at no cost to you. • A Railroad Retirement program and competitive 401(k) plan to help you meet your retirement goals. • Family benefits including parental and pediatric support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and spending accounts. • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships and more!
Benefits vary by union collective bargaining agreement.
Hiring Process:
All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process.
Federal Authority:
Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
BNSF Railway:
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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