CDL Driver

Sperry Rail Inc.; Prince George; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of rail detection services is seeking a candidate to operate test vehicles and perform maintenance tasks in varying conditions throughout Canada. This role involves substantial travel and requires a valid CDL, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform mechanical tasks. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Health and welfare benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience is preferred.
• Ability to squat, kneel, and crawl for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate test vehicle/detector car in all road conditions.
• Perform vehicle inspections and setup.
• Record and interpret data on monitors.

Skills

Valid Class 3 or higher CDL with air brake endorsement

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks

Lift up to 85 lbs

Bilingual in English/French

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 has a global reach and more than 95 years of experience delivering rail health solutions. This is a heavy travel position; candidates must be willing and able to travel 3–4 months at a time throughout Canada.

Responsibilities

• Operate test vehicle/detector car on and off railroad tracks in all road conditions.
• Perform vehicle inspections and equipment setup.
• Record and interpret data on computer monitors.
• Service, maintain, and repair the vehicle and detector carriage under the vehicle, including crawling under the vehicle with limited clearance and working in awkward postures.
• Enter and exit the vehicle by stairs or ladders and conduct ground examinations of rails using hand test units.

Note: 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.

Requirements include annual training in Road Worker Safety.

Working Conditions and Safety

All work is field-based with potentially extreme weather conditions. Adhere to all company safety policies and report safety violations or faulty conditions to the supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Operate detector car, assist crew with measurements and recordings, and place/use test equipment on the rail line. Load materials as needed and manage entry/exit to the vehicle.
• Identify car and track conditions, test data, and equipment function.
• Communicate clearly with pilot and crew members and through radio/intercom; respond to alarms and safety rules as required.
• Inspect and maintain vehicle motor, body, carriage, generator, and perform cleaning and routine vehicle maintenance, including under-vehicle work.

Physical Demands by Area

• Lower Extremity— Maintain awkward postures under the vehicle; various crawling and leg movements.
• Locomotion— Walk on uneven surfaces, climb steps, and ascend/descend vehicle stairs (up to ~300 steps per day).
• Upper Extremity— Use hand tools, reach gauges, and operate equipment with full range of motion.
• Back/Neck Postures— Bending, twisting, and neck movements within full range.
• Sitting/Standing— Prolonged sitting during operation and alternating standing tasks.
• Special Senses— Visual and auditory vigilance to observe signals, read data, and respond to alarms.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Valid Class 3 or higher CDL with air brake endorsement
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks (e.g., changing a tire, replacing a battery)
• Lift up to 85 lbs; occasionally assist with objects over 100 lbs
• Ability to squat, kneel, and crawl for extended periods
• Ability to crawl under an 18-inch clearance

Preferred Qualifications

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

Company and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous paid time off
• Health and welfare benefits
• Meaningful and engaging work with opportunities for collaboration across high-performing teams
• Opportunities for thought leadership in a supportive environment

About Sperry

Sperry Rail is on a mission-critical journey to revolutionize the Rail Flaw Detection industry through cutting-edge technologies and AI-assisted analysis. Our global teams collaborate to define Sperry as a market leader, with a long history of advancing rail diagnostics. 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 the market.

Disclaimer

The statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position.