Trackman

*WHO WE ARE:*

At *Universal Rail Atlantic *| Universal Rail Systems company, our work is getting and keeping Canada's railway operators in motion; safely and sustainably We work coast-to-coast, in every railway sector, and on any size project. Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right

We are currently seeking those interested in a position as a *Trackman | Track Maintenance* to support our team.

*WHAT WE OFFER:*
* The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture
* Ability to work outdoors in some of the most pristine, beautiful areas of Canada
* Comprehensive benefits package including Extended Health and Dental
* Pension where we contribute $2.15 for every hour worked
* Paid Employee Assistance Program with mental health supports
* Paid site and virtual training
* Progression and development opportunities
* Lodging provided and $50/day Live Out Allowance (LOA) when working out of town
* Company-provided PPE except for work boots
* Boot Allowance ($300 after 800 hours)
* Overtime available but not guaranteed

*TO MEET OUR REQUIREMENTS, YOU MUST:*
* Be a strong communicator – your safety is dependent on it
* Hold a full, valid class 5 /G driver’s license
* Be willing to purchase CBA-approved work boots with a Metatarsal Guard (we do not recommend purchasing these until you have started working with us)
* Be willing to undergo pre-employment testing including a criminal record check, drug, alcohol, and fitness fit-for-duty testing, as a condition of employment
* Be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
* Be physically able to do repetitive bending, standing for long periods of time, carry up to 50lbs unassisted, repetitive swinging motions, walking on uneven surfaces (approx. 3 miles/day)

*KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Manually grading ballasts
* Pulling out spikes and hammering in spikes to the rail ties
* Shoveling rocks and dirt for manual grading of surfaces and clearing ballasts
* Loading and unloading various heavy material on and off vehicles and operating small equipment

*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:*

The successful candidate for this role will demonstrate the following skills and experiences:
* Basic understanding of survey grades and construction methods
* Ability to read instructions, follow technical specifications and grade plans
* Ability to perform various types of physical labour including moderate to heavy lifting, standing, bending, shoveling, etc.
* General understanding of how to operate small equipment such as, but not limited to: rail saws, drills, grinders, puller, air compressor, bolter, and back pack blower

_We would like to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

*Universal Atlantic | *_Universal Rail Systems Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer_

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
* French not required
Supplemental pay types:
* Overtime pay

Experience:
* Railway: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road

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