Description:
Track Welder
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.
If you enjoy working outdoors in a safety-focused team environment, a rewarding career in rail maintenance might be right for you! Working with a crew in different locations, you’ll play a focal role in keeping the economy on track by ensuring that our infrastructure is safe, sound, and train-ready. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get your career moving!
Job Summary
The Track Welder is responsible for welding and repairing steel and manages track components. Additionally, the incumbent performs other activities, including maintaining tracks
Major Responsibilities
- Use stick electrodes and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Utilize high frequency tools
- Weld and grind carbon steel and manganese track components
- Inspect track work on completion and approve track
- Maintain train operating restrictions in alignment with track standards
- Remove and replace defective ties, rail spikes, and anchors
- Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
- Install and repair street and railroad crossings
- Assist in replacing and repairing items such as power-operated switches and insulated joints
- Unload and assist in unloading ballasts
- Unload and distribute track material
- Sort used track material for loading, which may be loaded by hand
- Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and litter from railroad right-of-way
- Establish and maintain drainage
- Clean up after work completion
- Comply with track safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures
- Complete work, material inventory, and inspections reports
Working Conditions
- Must be available to work shifts, extensive hours, sometimes away from home, and occasional overtime
- Must be able to work outside the headquarters location, as needed
- Ability to work outdoor in various types of weather conditions with regular exposure to dust, pollen, noise, and vibrations
- Ability to use various common and specialized hand tools
- Frog and switch welder
- Must be able to utilize a respirator for some tasks
- Ability to perform repetitive physical activities
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (22 kg) and up to 70 pounds (32 kg) occasionally
- Must have good eye-hand coordination and grasping
Requirements
- Federal and provincial welding qualification or equivalent experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)
- Valid Driver’s License, Class 3 in Quebec or equivalent in other provinces
- Collaborates with others and shares information
- Sets direction and inspires others
- Demonstrates active listening
Assets
- Experience in similar working conditions
- Knowledge of signals or Rail Operating Rules
- Operator qualifications and experience
- Experience and training in Mechanical
- Post secondary trade education