Rail Track Maintainer

Canadian National Inc.; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESIP

Pension

RRB benefits

Job summary

Canadian National Inc. is seeking a Rail Track Maintainer to inspect, repair and replace rails, ties, switches and ballasts.

The position involves outdoor work in varying weather and environments, with a strong emphasis on safety and proper procedures. You will operate and maintain hand tools and equipment, support the installation and repair of crossings, and ensure the right-of-way is clear while following CN's safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain CN's train rails, ties, switches and ballasts through inspection, repair, and replacement.
• Unload ballast and distribute track material; ensure track remains safe for operation.
• Ensure railroad right-of-way is clear of brush, vegetation, snow and litter.
• Adhere to CN safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

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Job Location: Cedar Rapids - IA, Dubuque - IA, Fort Dodge - IA, Iowa Falls - IA, Manchester - IA, Osage - IA, Sioux City - IA

Business Unit: Operations

Highest Level Division: Engineering

Qualified Rate: $34.83 Per hour

Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employees are also eligible to an employee share investment plan (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.

At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work that we do matters. Every day, our team of dedicated railroaders power the North American economy from coast-to-coast-to-coast, with an unwavering commitment to safety and service excellence.

If you enjoy hands-on tasks, working outdoors, and have a safety-first mindset, a career in railway operations might be right for you. With fresh challenges, paid training, and a host of great benefits - a career at CN means work that makes a true difference in the lives of people.

Job Summary

The Rail Track Maintainer is responsible for inspecting, repairing and replacing rails, ties, switches and ballasts. The role performs outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions and ensures a safe working environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain CN's train rails, ties, switches and ballasts through inspection, repair, and replacement
• Maintain various hand tools for assigned work
• Remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchors
• Repair deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
• Install and repair street and railroad crossings and assist in the replacement or repair of items such as power-operated switches and insulated joints
• Unload ballasts and distribute track material
• Sort used track material for loading
• Ensure railroad right-of-way is clear of brush, vegetation, snow and litter
• Ensure a safe working environment, by following CN's safety policies and procedures

Working Conditions

• Shift work, with occasional overtime when necessary
• Long periods of travel required, including overnight
• Primarily performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
• Repetitive physical activity
• Physical: lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 70 pounds occasionally
• Respirator use is required for certain tasks, with periodic audiometric testing and respirator fit testing conducted as needed

Experience

• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environment
• Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Valid driver's licence
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