Bridge Inspector

CN360; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Toronto is seeking a Bridge Inspector to conduct inspections of railway bridges and structures. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering or a related field, alongside practical experience in bridge maintenance. This role involves extensive travel, outdoor work in various conditions, and requires strong organizational and technical skills. Competitive compensation and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Paid training

Opportunities for long-term career growth

Safety-focused culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Bridge Foreman or similar role.
• 5 years of railroad experience.
• Experience with SAP-EPI and asset databases is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform bridge inspections on various subdivisions.
• Maintain and operate a high-rail pick-up truck and Snooper truck.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports for planning repairs.

Skills

Bridge construction knowledge

Personal Fall Protection knowledge

General Computer Skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Valid Driver's License

Job description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely ― helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters.

The Bridge Inspector is responsible for performing bridge inspections on various subdivisions. The role involves inspecting railway bridges and culverts with the occasional operation of a Snooper inspection vehicle. The incumbent will be part of a two-person inspection team responsible for performing detailed and visual bridge inspections, identifying structural distress, ranking the condition of bridge components and maintaining bridge inspection databases.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate a high-rail pick-up truck and occasionally a Snooper truck
• Carry out inspection of steel, concrete and timber bridges as well as tunnels and retaining walls
• Prepare and submit inspection reports for bridges and other structures for planning and scheduling repairs, strengthening or replacement
• Ensure bridges and other railway structures are inspected and ranked in accordance with sound inspection practices and CN approved standards in a timely manner
• Identify defects in structural steel, concrete and timber superstructures and substructures
• Apply CN policies, guiding principles and core values

Working Conditions: The role is primarily performed outdoors (80%) in various types of weather and environmental conditions, and occasionally in an office environment (20%). The incumbent will be required to work within the primary area and for short periods outside of the assigned primary area. The role requires skill and ability for climbing skills at heights and exercising disciplined climbing and rope access techniques. The role requires frequent travel (60%), including extended overnight stays away from home. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to respond to bridges and structures related emergency situations.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Bridge Foreman, or proven maintenance experience with bridges and associated components. 5 years of railroad experience, 5 years of experience in Bridges and Structures functions, and experience with SAP-EPI and asset databases such as BCS are considered assets.

Education/Certification/Designation: Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Technology or related College-Level Diploma (DEC), Valid Driver's License with air endorsement, or ability to obtain within 3 months. Qualified or ability to become qualified in Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), Rope-Access, rescue from heights, confined space entry procedures and rescue.

Competencies

• Follows safety procedures, information security instructions and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles to lead by example
• Addresses risks in a timely manner to eliminate them
• Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
• Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes
• Has good engineering judgment and performs duties with minimal supervision

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Good knowledge of bridge construction, components and standard practices
• Personal Fall Protection and Rescue knowledge
• General Computer Skills (Excel and Word)
• Good organizational computer skills in maintaining accurate electronic records
• Ability to learn data entry into SAP, EPI and BCS bridge inspection database
• Ability to understand and follow National Safety Code regulations and requirements

About CN: CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year.