Track Maintainer

Job Description

Job ID:
 

19461

Benefits Offering

Unionized Position

Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Company Pension

Competitive Vacation

Room for advancement provided

Compensation

Salary Range:

$36.52

Position Summary

Reporting to the Track Maintenance Foreman, the Track Maintainer is responsible for successfully completing day-to-day tasks by meeting or exceeding corporate goals for safety, quality, profitability and schedule, resulting in extreme customer satisfaction.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Embrace our safety culture and adhering to industry and company policies and procedures

Repair and/or replace turnout components as needed, such as switch points, frogs, 

plates

etc.

Repair and/or replace track components as needed, such as rail, ties, plates, spikes, timber 

crossings

etc.

Observes conditions of track, track beds, and track right-of-way to detect, report and repair problems or defects

Responsibly 

operates

company vehicles and/or equipment and ensures all daily maintenance and inspections of the units are completed

Performs special duties as assigned by the Track Maintenance Foreman

Performs any administrative duties related to proper documentation as per PNR Quality Management System

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Required Skills and Qualifications

A minimum of 2 

years

related experience in the railway industry.

Knowledge of all aspects of track maintenance.

Track Inspection Guidelines certification is an asset

Certified in Canadian Railway Operating Rules

Ability to read and understand specific documents including schedules, standard railway 

plans

and specifications.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards, railway 

engineering

safety 

regulations

and safety precautions of the work being performed.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

.

Proficient use of computers, 

tablets

etc.

Valid Ontario class G driver's license

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Works outdoors and able to be exposed to all weather conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures

Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, lifts, bends, and moves objects up to 50 pounds on uneven terrain

Exposed to loud noise.

Exposed to live track/trains and high voltage.

Ability to work rotating shifts

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Ability to maintain concentration and mental alertness in a variety of situations

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

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This job description is not intended to 

represent

a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be 

required

in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other 

duties as

assigned.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR 

RailWorks

without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.