Permanent Machine Operator

Canadian National Railway Company•Greenstone, ON

2d•Onsite

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! The Permanent Machine Operator is responsible for operating and servicing all work equipment machines for which qualification is held, on the assigned territory. The incumbent performs other duties, as may be required, notwithstanding that such duties may be normally performed by Track Employees, such as inspecting, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballast.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)
Valid Driver’s License
Collaborates with others and shares information
Demonstrates active listening

Nice To Haves

Relevant work experience in similar working conditions
Postsecondary trade education
Experience in or training in mechanical
Knowledge of signals or Rail Operating Rules

Responsibilities

Operate on- and off-track heavy equipment to support track repair and maintenance activities
Remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchors
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
Install and repair street and railroad crossings
Distribute track material
Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and litter from railroad right-of-way
Establish and maintain drainage
Inspect and maintain heavy equipment
Perform other duties as may be assigned when work does not require machine operation, including track inspection and other track maintenance duties
Comply with track safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures