Trackman - CTRW

Overview

Installs, repairs and maintains railroad track using spike pullers and related tools.

Key Responsibilities

• rail saw
• spike puller
• track jack
• power tools
• safety compliance
• report writing

Tasks

-Drive company vehicles -Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations -Drill holes with power drill through rails for bolt insertion -Operate spike pullers, spike drivers to perform construction and maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracks -Work safely in a construction/field environment following the safety rules and carrying out the work in a manner that promotes a safe work environment -Operate rail saw to cut rails into specified lengths -Operate power tools and hydraulic equipment, including: portable grinders, rail saws, spike pullers, track wrench machines, power drills, track jack -Perform basic shop math concepts to calculate figures and amounts such as: area, circumference, length, distance, and volume -Apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or verbal instructions -Raise rail using track jack to facilitate removal and installation of railroad ties -Read and follow safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals, gauges and dials on precision measuring tools -Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries -Comply with all safety rules and instructions including the use of proper personal protective equipment and Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) -Wear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses -Operate track-wrench machine to tighten and/or loosen bolts at rail joints -Write legibly to complete routine reports, and complete required testing -Operate hand tools, including: wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, measuring tapes etc.

Requirements

• class 5
• class 1
• high school
• problem solving
• computer skills
• rail experience

What You Bring

-Freq = Frequent; defined as 34-66% of a usual and customary workday. -Valid Driver’s License – Class 5; pass medical certification and Drivers Qualification File, pass Drug & Alcohol testing -Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or Oil & Gas industries -Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment -Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution -Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather including: snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing temps -Effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise and professional manner -Pass written examinations on the safe operations of trains and maintenance of way standards -Class 1 license -Familiar with and adhere to track Safety Standards in work completion -High School Diploma or equivalent -18 years of age or older -Basic Computer skills

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Benefits

-Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work -Daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours

About Omnitrax, Inc.

-Beyond railroads, it develops and runs ports, multimodal terminals, and rail-served industrial parks in synergy with its rail operations. -Typical projects include operating rail lines like the Stockton Terminal & Eastern and Brownsville & Rio Grande, and developing industrial parks like River Ridge and Access 25. -It has a knack for turning underused lines into profitable freight corridors, handling cargo from grain and chemicals to frac-sand and steel. -Stand-out moments include suspending service on the Churchill, Manitoba line after floods. -A subsidiary of The Broe Group, the firm blends transportation, logistics and real estate to create integrated supply-chain hubs.

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Security Clearance

-requires passing drug and alcohol testing -must pass written examinations and medical certification