Rail Switching Technician – Safe Hands-On Rail Ops (AB)

Marmon Holdings; Alberta; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental care

Vision care

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

RRSP match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Railserve is hiring as a Rail Switching Technician in Alberta, Canada. The role is full-time, outdoors, and hands-on, focusing on safe railcar movement and switching operations. Paid training and strong leadership support are provided to grow a long-term career.

The position demands physical work, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with safety as a priority. A valid driver’s license and daily transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Dependable with reliable daily transportation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow direction from leadership.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures and technical documents.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle equipment (up to ~50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Operate switches, derails, gates, and other trackside equipment.
• Control movement of equipment using radio communication, hand signals, and lanterns.
• Couple and uncouple railcars and manage air hoses and wheel chocks.
• Apply and release hand brakes to secure or move equipment.
• Assist with locomotive operations and switching activities.
• Support transfer of liquid chemicals and petroleum products from tank cars.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Monitor surroundings for hazards and ensure safe operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Communication

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Railserve is hiring as a Rail Switching Technician in Alberta, Canada. The role is full-time, outdoors, and hands-on, focusing on safe railcar movement and switching operations. Paid training and strong leadership support are provided to grow a long-term career.

The position demands physical work, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with safety as a priority. A valid driver’s license and daily transportation are required.