Permanent Machine Operator

at  Canadian National Railway

PERMANENT MACHINE OPERATOR

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 Permanent Machine Operator is responsible for operating and servicing all work equipment machines for which qualification is held, on the assigned territory. The incumbent performs other duties, as may be required, notwithstanding that such duties may be normally performed by Track Employees, such as inspecting, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballast.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Demonstrates active listening
• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions*
• Postsecondary trade education*
• Experience in or training in mechanical*
• Knowledge of signals or Rail Operating Rules*
• Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

• Operate on- and off-track heavy equipment to support track repair and maintenance activities such as:
• Remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchors
• Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
• Install and repair street and railroad crossings
• Distribute track material
• Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and litter from railroad right-of-way
• Establish and maintain drainage
• Inspect and maintain heavy equipment
• Perform other duties as may be assigned when work does not require machine operation, including track inspection and other track maintenance duties
• Comply with track safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures