Rail Track Maintainer- EN

About the role

As a Rail Track Maintainer at CN, you will inspect, repair, and replace rails, ties, switches, and ballasts. This role is performed outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions, ensuring a safe working environment. You’ll work on equipment and structures that support freight distribution across North America, with opportunities for paid training and skill development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain CN’s train rails, ties, switches, and ballasts through inspection, repair, and replacement.
• Maintain various hand tools for assigned work.
• Remove and replace defective ties, rail spikes, and anchors.
• Repair deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge.
• Install and repair street and railroad crossings; assist in replacing or repairing power-operated switches and insulated joints.
• Unload ballasts and distribute track material.
• Sort used track material for loading.
• Ensure the railroad right-of-way is clear of brush, vegetation, snow, and litter.
• Follow CN’s safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Working Conditions

• Shift work, with overtime when required.
• Long periods of travel, including overnight stays.
• Primarily outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Repetitive physical activity.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 70 pounds occasionally.

Requirements

• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or a regulatory and safety-focused environment.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery.
• High School Diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must meet all medical fitness-for-duty requirements, including safety-related standards.
• Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations, and handle stress.
• Demonstrated teamwork and positive interactions with others.
• Dedication to meeting quality, safety, productivity, and client-satisfaction standards.
• Strong common sense, good judgment, hand-eye coordination, and grasping skills.

Assets

• Welding skills.
• Knowledge of signals or Railroad Operating Rules.

Pay

Qualified rate: $35.80 per hour. New hires may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period.

Benefits

• Competitive wages, benefits, and pension plan.
• Paid training and career development.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 24/7 Telemedicine Service.
• Employee Share Investment Plan (ESIP).
• Educational Financial Assistance Program.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Extensive Employee Discount Program.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB).

Training

Successful candidates will participate in a paid 5-week training program at CN Campus (Homewood, IL), followed by additional on-the-job training. The program focuses on health and safety rules, and successful completion is required to continue employment as a Track Maintainer at CN.

About CN

CN is a premium railroad committed to safety, service, and sustainability. We transport over 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods across North America annually. Our 20,000-mile rail network connects Canada’s coasts with the U.S. South. CN is dedicated to building North America’s safest, most inclusive, and sustainable railroad, reflecting the communities we serve.