Rail Track Maintainer

Canadian National Railway Company•Chicago, IL

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 are a skilled trades person or interested in skilled trades and continuous learning in a safety-focused environment, working at CN could be a great fit for you. You’ll be working on all types of equipment and structures designed to support the distribution of freight across North America. Enjoy paid training and evolve your skills. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get your career moving! Job Summary The Rail Track Maintainer is responsible for inspecting, repairing and replacing rails, ties, switches and ballasts. The role is performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions and ensures a safe working environment.

Requirements

Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environment.
Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery.
High School Diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or equivalent.
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 handle 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

Nice To Haves

Welding skills
Knowledge of signals or Railroad Operating Rules

Responsibilities

Maintain CN’s train rails, ties, switches and ballasts through inspection, repair, and replacement.
Maintain various hand tools for assigned work.
Remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchors.
Repair deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge.
Install and repair street and railroad crossings and assist in the replacement or repair of items such as power-operated switches and insulated joints.
Unload ballasts and distribute track material.
Sort used track material for loading.
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.