Trackman – Western Canada
WHO WE ARE:
At A&B Rail Services Ltd | Universal Rail Systems Company our work is getting and keeping Canada’s railway operators in motion – safely and sustainably! We work coast-to-coast, in every railway sector, and on any size project. Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right !
What are Trackman? Trackman are labourers with track construction experience.
This position requires travel throughout Western Canada from 5-21 days at a time depending on the shift.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Flexibility: Ability and willingness to travel to remote work locations as needed.
• Shift Availability: Be prepared to work all shifts.
• Self-Sufficiency: Support yourself until your first paycheck arrives and willingness to SHARE a hotel room.
• NO EXCEPTIONS: Track construction/maintenance is a requirement.
• Valid Full Class 5 Driver’s License: You’ll need a valid Class 5 driver’s license (non GDL) at minimum plus a clean drivers abstract to operate company vehicles.
• Metatarsal Work Boots: Willingness to invest in 8-inch metatarsal work boots (not basic work boots) for safety.
• Fit-For-Duty: Pass criminal record check, and drug and fitness screening, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• ERail Safe badge: Pass all required e Rail badge training and testing.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Fair Compensation: Enjoy competitive hourly pay with scheduled increases.
• Work Amidst Natural Beauty: Our job sites are some of the most picturesque spots in Canada.
• Unionized Workplace: Join a supportive community of colleagues.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Extended Health, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Mental Health Support: Access additional resources when needed.
• Secure Your Future: Employer-paid pension contribution and biweekly paychecks.
• Vacation and Holiday Perks: Receive 10% paid-out vacation and holiday pay.
• Comfort Away from Home: Employer-paid lodgings and a $59/day Live Out Allowance (LOA).
• Gear Up with Style: $250 Boot Allowance after 600 hours and top-notch company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Exclusive Discounts: Access employee discounts with corporate partners.
• Career Growth: Learn new skills and advance within our dynamic team.
• Training Included if Required: Essential knowledge from Canadian Railway Operating Rules (CROR) to Crane Fundamentals to First Aid & CPR.
• Safety Culture: Join a team where safety is paramount.
• Work with Friends: Colleagues become friends as we build tracks and create memories.
• Overtime Possibilities: Never guaranteed but often there are opportunities for those who want to go the extra mile.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Safety First: Our commitment to your well-being means you can focus on the job without worry.
• Explore Beyond the Rails: Our work environment extends across vast landscapes—majestic mountains, dense forests, and serene lakes.
• Off the Beaten Path: Regular out-of-town assignments mean you’ll wake up to new horizons.
• Climb, Bend, Lift: Forget the treadmill! It’s a workout with a view.
• Weather Warriors: Rain or shine, you’ll be out there.
• Hazardous Materials, Heroic Efforts: Creosote, lubricants, oil, gasoline, and diesel—these are your tools. Dusty conditions won’t deter you.

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Foreman, the Trackman maintains and repairs railway tracks. Duties can include replacing and repairing various track components including rails, railway ties, and fences and adjusting the alignment and the surface of the track as well as responding to emergencies and track outages.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Moderate to heavy physical labour on an assigned area of track. This work involves:
• pulling track spikes
• applying rail anchors
• shoveling crushed rock
• bending & lifting up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
• repetitive tasks
• Various loading and unloading of heavy materials such as tools and equipment (spikes, tie plates, joint bars etc.) to and from various vehicles and machine
• Prepare, use and maintain various common and specialized hand tools for assigned work
• Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge
• Clearing railway crossings of brush and tall grass using hand held tools and equipment
• Removal of tie plates from the rail
• Snow removal
• Occasional driving of company vehicle

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A&B Rail | Universal Rail Systems Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.80-$26.05 per hour
Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• railroad labour: 1 year (required)

Language:

• and understands English fluently (required)

Licence/Certification:

• class 5 drivers license (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (required)

Work Location: On the road