Labourers/Track Maintainers with Cando perform a variety of railway related tasks. The Labourer/Track Maintainers ensures safety is a high priority at all times and procedures are respected and followed.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform labouring tasks involved in support services for a class 1 railway
• Dump ballast from railcars and distribute on tracks
• Use track tools safely and efficiently
• Participate in daily job briefings
• Transport the team to and from various locations; load the equipment and secure for transport
• Learn and operate equipment as required
• Advise when services are needed on truck or equipment; perform daily maintenance on equipment

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Able to work as a team player and take direction from foremen and supervisors
• Be physically fit with the ability to lift up to 100 pounds
• Understand, record, and apply oral and written instructions; document work activities, and prepare required reports or work orders
• Mechanically inclined; capable of performing troubleshooting and maintenance
• Willingness to adapt to new technological changes and improvements and participate in training and self-development programs
• Ability to work throughout Canada for extended periods of time; work long hours in extreme conditions harsh from weather and in isolated locations

Education & Experience

• Possess or able to secure eRailsafe, CROR, and First Aid/CPR certifications
• Ability to pass and maintain clean drug and alcohol testing
• Hold and maintain a valid driver's license

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.