METROLINX Track Machine Man, West

Description

• Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
• Remove and replace defective ties, rails, turnout components and other track material;
• Participate in our celebrations, social events, and offsite business events.
• Safely insect and perform field maintenance of equipment;
• Safely load and unload railway maintenance materials ie ballast, ties, rail turnout components and other related items as required;
• Operate different types of on and off track equipment (Track Stabilizer, Ballast regulator, Hi-Rail Excavator, Speed Swing, Spike Puller, Spike Driver, Backhoe, Boom truck) to support track repair and maintenance activities such as;
• Daily administration of log books and other required reports.
• Cut vegetation for the purpose of achieving desired sight lines;
• Clean ditches to improve drainage;
• Travel and work with machine on rail within the guidelines of C.R.O.R., Track Safety and Maintenance Standards, company policies and safe work practices;
• Solve the world’s most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license of “G” classification (Ontario) or higher;;
• Must be able endure repetitive physical work activities and lift and carry approximately 60lbs;
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures;
• Clear snow in the winter time;
• Previous or current CROR qualification (preferred);
• Willingness and ability to train less experienced operators;
• Good understanding in track standards and track safety requirements (asset);
• 2 years of experience operating on-off track heavy equipment in a railway (or similar) environment;
• Ability to work autonomously and adapt to different situations;
• Safety minded work ethic;
• Ability to operate mid-sized to heavy equipment;
• Ability to read/write/speak English;
• Operating experience with track component replacement (rail, ties etc), brush cutting, material handling, ditching activities, etc;
• Available to work on various work cycles with occasional overtime.
• Basic mechanical aptitude required;
• Safety Training and certifications (asset);
• Track Stabilization

Benefits

• Profit sharing available.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, cutting edge technological environment.
• Rewarding vacation entitlement with the opportunity to buy and sell your vacation depending on your lifestyle.
• Opportunities to advance your career and mentorship programs on a local and global scale.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them!
• Employee perks and discounts.
• Freedom and a healthy work- life balance– Embrace our flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
• Competitive total rewards package.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance