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    Rail Track Maintainer - Chicago, United States - Canadian National Railway

    Canadian National Railway
    Canadian National Railway Chicago, United States

    6 days ago

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    Rail Track Maintainer


    Enjoying physical labour and working outdoors as well as being safety-minded are vital to a career in rail operations at CN.

    If you like being part of a team and working in different locations every day, a rewarding career in track maintenance will appeal to you.

    Working on a crew, you'll be part of an ever-changing, safety-first work environment that ensures our infrastructure is safe, sound and train-ready.

    At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

    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.

    Major 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
    Requirements
    Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environment
    Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery
    High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
    Valid driver's license
    Must be at least 18 years of age
    Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position, including requirements for Safety
    Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stress
    Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others
    Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety, productivity and client satisfaction
    Displays common sense and good judgment
    Hand-eye coordination
    Grasping skills
    Welding skills*Knowledge of signals or Railroad Operating Rules**Any knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

    Training

    The incumbent receives classroom training over a period of 4 weeks at 40 hours per week. The training is primarily on health and safety rules and basic machine operator procedures. Successful completion of the classroom training is mandatory in order to work as a Rail Track Maintainer.

    This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.

    About CN

    CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.

    Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year.

    As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S.

    through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919.

    CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

    At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

    CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

    It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

    Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.
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