Rail Track Maintenance Specialist

2 months ago


Brandon, Manitoba, Canada CN Full time
Rail Track Maintainer Job Summary

The Rail Track Maintainer is a critical role at CN, responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our rail network. This position requires a strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and ability to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Inspect and maintain rail tracks, ties, switches, and ballasts to ensure optimal performance and safety.
  • Perform repairs and replacements as needed, using a variety of hand tools and equipment.
  • Remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchors to maintain track integrity.
  • Repair deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge to ensure smooth train operation.
  • Install and repair street and railroad crossings, and assist in the replacement or repair of power-operated switches and insulated joints.
  • Unload ballasts and distribute track material to support rail maintenance activities.
  • Sort used track material for loading and ensure railroad right-of-way is clear of brush, vegetation, snow, and litter.
  • Ensure a safe working environment by following CN's safety policies and procedures.
Working Conditions:
  • Shift work with occasional overtime required.
  • Long periods of travel, including overnight stays.
  • Primarily performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions.
  • Repetitive physical activity, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 70 pounds occasionally.
Requirements:
  • Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environment.
  • Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery.
  • High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position, including requirements for Safety.
  • Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations, and manage stress.
  • Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others.
  • Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety, productivity, and client satisfaction.
  • Displays common sense and good judgment.
  • Hand-eye coordination.
  • Grasping skills.
  • Welding skills.
  • Knowledge of signals or Railroad Operating Rules.
Training:

The incumbent receives classroom training over a period of 4 weeks at 40 hours per week. The training is primarily on health and safety rules and basic machine operator procedures. Successful completion of the classroom training is mandatory in order to work as a Rail Track Maintainer.



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