Job Description

Full-time, Seasonal

Location:

This position requires travel throughout Western Canada from 5-21 days at a time depending on the shift.

Estimated Start:

May



Reporting to the Foreman, the Trackman | Labourer maintains and repairs railway tracks. Duties can include replacing and repairing various track components including rails, railway ties, and fences and adjusting the alignment and the surface of the track as well as responding to emergencies and track outages.

Safety First:

Our commitment to your well-being means you can focus on the job without worry.

Explore Beyond the Rails:

Our work environment extends across vast landscapes--majestic mountains, dense forests, and serene lakes.

Off the Beaten Path:

Regular out-of-town assignments mean you'll wake up to new horizons.

Climb, Bend, Lift:

Forget the treadmill! It's a workout with a view.

Weather Warriors:

Rain or shine, you'll be out there.



Job Requirements

Important: Review These Job Requirements Carefully Before Applying

Communication: This position requires strong proficiency in understanding, speaking, and writing English to ensure effective communication and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced construction environment. Fit-For-Duty: Pass criminal record check, drug and fitness screening, including lifting up to 50 lbs. Flexibility: Ability and willingness to regularly travel to remote work locations as needed. Self-Sufficiency: Support yourself until your first paycheck arrives and willingness to SHARE a hotel room. Valid (non-GDL) Class 5 Driver's License: You'll need a full, non-GDL valid class 5 driver's or Class G license at minimum, plus a clean driver's abstract to operate company vehicles. Metatarsal Work Boots: Willingness to invest in 8-inch metatarsal work boots (not basic work boots) for safety. eRailSafe badge: Pass all required eRail badge training and testing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This physically exerting work involves:

pulling track spikes applying rail anchors shoveling crushed rock bending & lifting to 50 lbs on a regular basis repetitive tasks Various loading and unloading of heavy materials such as tools and equipment (spikes, tie plates, joint bars etc.) to and from various vehicles and machine Prepare, use and maintain various common and specialized hand tools for assigned work Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge Clearing railway crossings of brush and tall grass using handheld tools and equipment Removal of tie plates from the rail Snow removal Occasional driving of company vehicle

What We Offer

Fair Compensation: Enjoy competitive hourly pay with scheduled increases. Work Amidst Natural Beauty: Our job sites are some of the most picturesque spots in Canada. Unionized Workplace: Join a supportive community of colleagues. Comprehensive Benefits: Extended Health, Dental, and Vision coverage. Mental Health Support: Access additional resources when needed. Secure Your Future: Employer-paid pension contribution for every hour worked and biweekly paychecks. Vacation and Holiday Perks: Receive 10% paid-out vacation and holiday pay. Comfort Away from Home: Employer-paid lodgings and a competitive Live Out Allowance (LOA). Gear Up with Style: Generous Boot Allowance and top-notch company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Exclusive Discounts: Access employee discounts with corporate partners. Career Growth: Learn new skills and advance within our dynamic team. Training Included if Required: Essential knowledge from Canadian Railway Operating Rules (CROR) to Crane Fundamentals to First Aid & CPR. Safety Culture: Join a team where safety is paramount. Work with Friends: Colleagues become friends as we build tracks and create memories. Overtime Possibilities: Never guaranteed but often there are opportunities for those who want to go the extra mile.

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