Unionized Position
Health & Dental Benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Room for advancement provided
Reporting to the Track Maintenance Foreman, the Track Laborer is responsible for successfully completing day-to-day tasks by meeting or exceeding corporate and project goals for safety, quality, profitability and schedule, resulting in extreme customer satisfaction.
Embrace our safety culture and adhering to industry and company policies and procedures
Repair and/or replace turnout components as needed, such as switch points, frogs, plates etc.
Repair and/or replace track components as needed, such as rail, ties, plates, spikes, timber crossings etc.
Observes conditions of track, track beds, and track right-of-way to detect, report and repair problems or defects
Responsibly operates company vehicles and/or equipment and ensures all daily maintenance and inspections of the units are completed
Performs special duties as assigned by the Track Maintenance Foreman
Performs any administrative duties related to proper documentation as per PNR Quality Management System
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
2 Years of previous construction experience
Ability to read and understand specific documents including schedules, standard railway plans and specifications.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work being performed.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient use of computers, tablets etc.
Valid Ontario class G driver’s license
Track Inspection Guidelines certification is an asset
Works outdoors at construction sites.
Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, lifts, bends, and moves objects up to 50 pounds.
Exposed to all weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.
Exposed to loud noise.
Exposed to live track/trains and high voltage.
Ability to work rotating shifts
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
PNR RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and CanadaWe take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuityWe are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptanceRailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada.
As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying homage to a long history of world-class service.
What We Do:
- Rail Construction & Maintenance
- Signals & Communications
- Steel ties and turnouts via our NARSTCO division
- Maintenance of Way services
Our Customers:
- Transit authorities and transportation agencies/departments
- Railroads of all sizes
- Passenger and commuter rail lines
- Private industries serviced by rail
