CDL Driver

Sperry Rail Inc.; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail service company is seeking a candidate to operate a detector car for rail inspections and maintenance. This position requires heavy travel across Canada and involves performing mechanical tasks and communicating effectively with crews. Ideal candidates must have a valid CDL and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Full health and welfare benefits

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A/1 or B/3 with air brake endorsement.
• Ability to lift up to 85 lbs., occasionally over 100 lbs.
• Ability to squat, kneel, and crawl for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate the detector car and assist crew with measurements.
• Record and interpret data on computer monitors.
• Communicate clearly with pilots and crew.

Skills

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Safety gear

Job description

Overview

Sperry Rail Service is a leading global provider of Rail Flaw Detection (RFD) services and technologies for railway networks worldwide. Headquartered in the United States, Sperry operates across the globe. For over 95 years, Sperry has been a premier name in Rail Health solutions, continually evolving through investments in people and cutting-edge technologies.

Note: THIS IS A HEAVY TRAVEL POSITION. Candidates must be willing and able to travel 3-4 months at a time throughout Canada.

Responsibilities

• Operate a test vehicle/detector car on and off railroad tracks and in all road conditions.
• Perform vehicle inspections and equipment set-up.
• Record and interpret data on computer monitors.
• Service, maintain, and repair the vehicle and detector carriage, including crawling under the vehicle with limited clearance and kneeling/squatting in awkward positions.
• Climb steps and/or ladders to enter/exit the vehicle and perform ground examinations of rails with hand test units.

Safety and Working Conditions

Personal protective equipment is required (safety glasses, safety steel-toed boots, hard hats, safety vests). Safety goggles and neoprene gloves may be required when handling vehicle fluids. Training in Road Worker Safety is required annually. All work is field-based and may involve extreme weather conditions.

Essential Functions

• Operate the detector car and assist crew with measurements and recordings; place and operate test equipment on the rail line; manage fueling or maintenance tasks as needed.
• Enter and exit the vehicle via ladder or steps, performing numerous steps per day.
• Identify vehicle and track conditions, test data, and equipment function.
• Communicate clearly with pilots and crew via verbal and radio/intercom channels; respond to safety rules and obstructions on the rail.
• Inspect and maintain all components of the vehicle, motor, body, carriage, and generator; perform cleaning and routine maintenance including under-vehicle work as required.

Responsibilities by Area

• Lower Extremity Maintain awkward postures under the vehicle; maneuver in confined spaces.
• Locomotion Walk on uneven surfaces; ascend/descend steps up to 300 per day.
• Upper Extremity Use hand tools and test devices; reach gauges and operate with full arm extension.
• Back/Neck Postures Manage bending, twisting, and turning within full range of motion.
• Sitting/Standing Alternate between sitting and standing during tasks.
• Special Senses Visual and auditory acuity to observe signals, read displays, and respond to alarms.
• Driving Safe driving practices, DOT regulatory compliance, and customer procedures adherence.
• Maintenance Proper maintenance procedures; assist with repairs and preventive maintenance; maintain detector car and inventory.
• Customer Interaction Exercise diplomacy with railroad personnel and document data in the reporting system.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A/1 or B/3 with air brake endorsement
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks (e.g., tire changes, battery replacement)
• Ability to lift up to 85 lbs., occasionally over 100 lbs.
• Ability to squat, kneel, and crawl for extended periods
• Ability to crawl under an 18-inch clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Bilingual (English/French)

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous paid time off
• Full health and welfare benefits
• Meaningful and engaging work with collaboration across high-performing teams

About Sperry

Sperry Rail is on a mission-critical journey to revolutionize the Rail Flaw Detection industry. Through continuous development of diagnostic technologies and AI-assisted analysis, Sperry aims to improve railway safety worldwide. Our global engineering teams collaborate to define Sperry as a market leader. We value honesty, accountability, passion, integrity, and teamwork, and we invite those with similar passions to join us in challenging the status quo and bringing new ideas to market. We offer more than a job: an opportunity to be part of something different.