Alberta Rail Switching Technician Role
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Join Railserve as a Rail Switching Technician in Alberta, Canada, and support crucial rail operations in a full-time, outdoor setting. Focus on safety and teamwork every day. Railserve is looking for safety-minded Rail Switching Technicians to facilitate essential services within industrial railyards. This outdoor role includes operation of locomotives, railcar handling, and rigorous adherence to safety standards. The position is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and seek career advancement through training and development. Key Responsibilities:
- Operate switches and other necessary track tools
- Communicate equipment movement with signals and radios
- Manage railcar connections and braking systems
- Assist in daily switching and locomotive tasks
- Ensure adherence to all safety protocols on-site
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must have valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Dependability in daily transportation required
- Strong communication and teamwork skills essential
- Ability to manage equipment up to 50 lbs in weight