Full-time Seasonal
Location: Based out of BC, this position may require travel throughout BC from 5-21 days at a time depending on the shift.
Reporting to the Foreman, the Railway Labourer is responsible for performing railway track construction, maintenance, and repair activities to support the safe and efficient operation of rail infrastructure. This role involves working with hand tools, small equipment, and track materials in a physically demanding outdoor environment while adhering to all safety requirements.
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, from majestic mountains to 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.
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 for every hour worked and biweekly paychecks.
- Vacation and Holiday Perks: Receive 10% paid-out vacation and holiday pay.
- Comfort Away from Home: Employer-paid lodgings and a competitive Live Out Allowance (LOA).
- Gear Up with Style: Generous Boot Allowance 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 railway and safety training provided as required.
- 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 opportunities often exist for those willing to go the extra mile.
Job Requirements
- Track Construction/Maintenance Experience Required: Previous railway track construction or maintenance experience is mandatory. No exceptions.
- Small Equipment Experience: General understanding of how to operate equipment such as rail saws, drills, grinders, pullers, air compressors, bolters, and backpack blowers.
- Hand Tool Experience: General understanding of how to use tools such as spike mauls, claw bars, drift pins, track jacks, shovels, picks, brooms, and scythes.
- Flexibility: Ability and willingness to travel to remote work locations as required.
- Shift Availability: Be prepared to work all shifts, including weekends and nights.
- Self-Sufficiency: Ability to support yourself until your first paycheck arrives and willingness to share hotel accommodations when required.
- Valid Driver's License: Minimum valid Class 5 (non-GDL) or Class G driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.
- Metatarsal Work Boots: Willingness to invest in 8-inch metatarsal work boots (not basic work boots).
- Fit-for-Duty: Successfully pass criminal record check, drug and alcohol screening, and physical fitness testing, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
- eRailSafe Badge: Successfully complete all required eRailSafe training and testing.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
This work involves:
- Pulling track spikes.
- Applying rail anchors.
- Shoveling crushed rock and ballast.
- Frequent bending, lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 50 lbs.
- Repetitive physical tasks in varying weather conditions.
- Loading and unloading heavy materials such as rails, spikes, tie plates, joint bars, tools, and equipment.
- Preparing, using, and maintaining various common and specialized railway hand tools.
- Correcting track surface, alignment, and gauge deviations.
- Assisting with rail, tie, and crossing installations and replacements.
- Clearing railway crossings, right-of-ways, brush, and vegetation using handheld tools and equipment.
- Removing and installing tie plates and fastening systems.
- Supporting winter operations, including snow removal.
- Occasional operation of company vehicles and support equipment.
- Working safely around heavy machinery, railroad equipment, and active railway operations.
- Following all company, client, and regulatory safety procedures and policies.
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