Rail Track Maintainer: Outdoor, Hands-On Safety Role

Canadian National Inc.; Iowa Falls (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESIP

Pension

Benefits

Railroad retirement benefits

Job summary

Canadian National Inc. in the United States (Iowa Falls area) is seeking a Rail Track Maintainer to inspect, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches and ballast. The role operates outdoors in varying weather, emphasizing safety and accuracy in maintaining track integrity.

The position involves manual labor, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally, with occasional overtime and travel. Training is provided, and CN offers competitive benefits and an ESIP plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must meet medical fitness for duty requirements and safety standards

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

Skills

Autonomy

Adaptability

Stress management

Teamwork

Judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Canadian National Inc. in the United States (Iowa Falls area) is seeking a Rail Track Maintainer to inspect, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches and ballast. The role operates outdoors in varying weather, emphasizing safety and accuracy in maintaining track integrity.

The position involves manual labor, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally, with occasional overtime and travel. Training is provided, and CN offers competitive benefits and an ESIP plan.