Assistant Track Maintenance Foreperson
About The Position
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers. If you enjoy working outdoors in a safety-focused team environment, a rewarding career in rail maintenance might be right for you! Working with a crew in different locations, you’ll play a focal role in keeping the economy on track by ensuring that our infrastructure is safe, sound, and train-ready. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get your career moving! Job Summary The Assistant Track Maintenance Foreperson is responsible for the maintenance of track components. The position leads crews to ensure that fixtures on the railroad work properly. The incumbent participates in inspecting, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballast.
Requirements
- Foreperson or supervisory experience
- Experience in similar working conditions
- High School Diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)
- Valid Driver’s License
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Collaborates with others and shares information
- Communicates with impact
- Sets direction and inspires others
- Leads by example for the safety and security of all
- Considers ESG principles in all operations
Nice To Haves
- Welding Skills
- Knowledge of signals or Rail Operating Rules
Responsibilities
- Inspect and maintain track structure and right-of-way to CN’s specifications
- Supervise and develop track forces to ensure quality maintenance and safe work performance
- Inspect track work on completion and approve track for service
- Maintain train operating restrictions in alignment with track standards
- Implement safety directives
- Assist in the development of safety programs and goals
- Remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchors
- Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
- Install and repair street and railroad crossings
- Assist in the replacement and repair of items such as power-operated switches and insulated joints
- Help to unload ballast as well as unload and distribute track material
- Sort used track material for loading, which may be loaded by hand
- Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and litter from railroad right-of-way
- Establish and maintain drainage
- Clean up after work completion
- Comply with track safety standards, Operating Rules, and Safe work procedures
- Complete work, material inventory, and inspections reports
Benefits
- Competitive Wages and Benefits
- Paid Training and Career Development
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Defined Benefits Pension Plan
- Employee Share Investment Plan
- Educational Financial Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Generous Employee Discount Program
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Telemedicine Service
- Paid Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
