Foreperson, Track Maintainer/Truck Driver

Canadian National Railway Company • Sarnia, ON

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Foreperson, Track Maintainer/Truck Driver role is focused on the maintenance of track components. This position involves leading crews to ensure the proper functioning of railroad fixtures. The incumbent will participate in the inspection, repair, and replacement of rails, ties, switches, and ballast. This role offers a rewarding career in rail maintenance, working outdoors in a safety-focused team environment. The work is meaningful as it plays a focal role in keeping the economy on track by ensuring the safety and integrity of the railroad infrastructure.

Requirements

• Foreman 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
• Driving trucks to transport materials, equipment, and personnel to and from work site
• Loading and unloading cargo, securing loads according to safety standards
• Communicating effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, and clients
• Performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any maintenance issues
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED