Track Maintainer Trainee

Washington Corporations; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Washington Corporations is looking for a dedicated individual for a railroad maintenance position in New Westminster, British Columbia. Candidates should have a grade 12 diploma and ideally possess a Track Inspection Geometry Certificate.

This role requires physical outdoor labor in various weather conditions and operation of maintenance equipment. The position is unionized, offering competitive salary and benefits. Only applications through the career site will be reviewed.

Qualifications

• Minimum grade 12 diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Preferably hold a Track Inspection Geometry Certificate.
• Experience operating railway maintenance equipment is preferred.
• Experience as a skilled tradesperson is an asset.
• Must hold a valid BC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor tasks like tie replacement and shoveling.
• Operate track machines and tools.
• Inspect tracks and switches.
• Communicate with crew members via radio.

Skills

Operating railway maintenance equipment

Mechanical background

Problem-solving skills

Ability to perform manual labor outdoors

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 diploma or GED equivalent

Track Inspection Geometry Certificate

Tools

Track machines

Company vehicles

Job description

The Opportunity

SRY is looking for a dedicated and hardworking incumbent who is experienced in the maintenance and operations of the railroad; if this describes you, we want YOU!

Reporting to the Manager, Track Maintenance, the incumbent will have a wide array of responsibilities to keep their day going which may include the following, but not limited to:

• Performing manual labor functions, such as tie replacement, shoveling, tamping, brush cutting and other maintenance related tasks;
• Operating track machines, tools and equipment as required;
• Operating and maintaining track switches as needed;
• Operating company vehicles; and
• Communicating via radio with crew members and workers in the office regarding rail transportation work to be performed.
• Inspecting tracks and switches.

The Ideal Person

The successful incumbent will:

• Possess minimum grade 12 diploma or GED equivalent;
• Preferably hold a Track Inspection Geometry Certificate;
• Have experience operating railway maintenance equipment (tamper/regulator/loader) – preferred;
• Experience as a skilled tradesperson is an asset;
• Have a mechanical background and a knack for problem-solving;
• Hold a valid BC driver's license, minimal Class 5, Class 3 and airbrake endorsement is an asset; and
• Have physical ability to perform manual labor functions outdoors in all weather conditions.

Additional Information

• An incumbent who posse full track maintenance experience may advance to a higher job class;
• This job requires the incumbent to work outdoors in ALL weather conditions, and walk extended distances over uneven terrain;
• Occasional ability to work any shift, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including holidays; and
• Safety is a core value of SRY which means adherence to safety procedures/guidelines and wearing proper safety personal protective equipment is required.

This is a unionized position with a competitive salary and benefits package. All new hires will be required to complete reference and criminal record checks, pre-employment medical to ensure fitness to perform the duties and, an online assessment.

NOTE: only applications received on our career site will be reviewed and considered.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Southern Railway of British Columbia Limited (SRY) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.