Job Description
The incumbent supports the Track Maintenance Foreman in coordinating and completing track maintenance activities. The role assists with inspecting, repairing, and replacing track components, supports safe work execution, and helps guide crews to ensure work is completed in accordance with CN standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures.
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).
Upon hiring, the incumbent receives formal and on-the-job training. The incumbent is required to successfully complete the training program. Training primarily covers health and safety rules, operating requirements, and basic machine operator procedures. Successful completion of required classroom and on-the-job training is mandatory to continue employment.This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.
Assistant Track Maintenance Foreperson
Req Id:
643
Job Location:
Edson - AB, Jasper - AB
Business Unit:
Operations
Highest Level Division:
Engineering
Posting Start Date:
10/26/26
Posting End Date:
09/26/26 11:59 EDT
French/English Bilingual Requirement:
No
Qualified Rate: $ 33.51 Per hour
Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employees are also eligible to an employee share investment plan (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.
At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work that we do matters. Every day, our team of dedicated railroaders power the North American economy from coast-to-coast-to-coast, with an unwavering commitment to safety and service excellence.
If you enjoy hands-on tasks, working outdoors, and have a safety-first mindset, a career in railway operations might be right for you. With fresh challenges, paid training, and a host of great benefits - a career at CN means work that makes a true difference in the lives of people.
Join us today and get your career moving!
Job Summary
The incumbent supports the Track Maintenance Foreman in coordinating and completing track maintenance activities. The role assists with inspecting, repairing, and replacing track components, supports safe work execution, and helps guide crews to ensure work is completed in accordance with CN standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures.
Main Responsibilities
- Assist in inspecting and maintaining track structure and right-of-way in accordance with CN specifications
- Support the Track Maintenance Foreman in coordinating daily work activities and guiding track forces to complete quality maintenance safely
- Assist with reviewing completed track work and preparing the track for safe service under the direction of the role
- Help maintain train operating restrictions in alignment with track standards and direction from the role
- Support the implementation of safety directives and promote safe work practices with the crew
- Assist in identifying safety concerns and contributing to safety programs and goals
- Remove and replace defective ties, rails, spikes, and anchors
- Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
- Install and repair street and railroad crossings and assist with replacement or repair of power-operated switches, insulated joints, and related components
- Unload ballast and distribute track material as required
- Sort used track material for loading, including by hand when required
- Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and litter from the railroad right-of-way
- Establish and maintain drainage and clean up the worksite after work completion
- Comply with track safety standards, Operating Rules, and safe work procedures
- Complete work, material inventory, and inspection reports as required
Working Conditions
- Shift work, with occasional overtime when necessary
- Long periods of travel required, including overnight
- Primarily performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
- Repetitive physical activity
- Physical: lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 70 pounds occasionally
- Respirator use is required for certain tasks, with periodic audiometric testing and respirator fit testing conducted as needed
Experience
- Experience in track maintenance or similar working conditions
- Experience providing guidance or support to work crews*
Education/Certification/Designation
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Valid driver's licence
Competencies
- We Care About Each Other
- We Strive for Excellence
- We Succeed Together
- We Lead Responsibly
Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications*
- Collaborates with others and shares information
- Communicates with impact
- Leads by example for the safety and security of all
- Demonstrates sound judgment and follows direction in a safety-sensitive environment
- Considers environmental, social and governance principles in all operations
- Welding skills*
- Knowledge of signals or Railroad Operating Rules*
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).
Additional Information (If Any)
Upon hiring, the incumbent receives formal and on-the-job training. The incumbent is required to successfully complete the training program. Training primarily covers health and safety rules, operating requirements, and basic machine operator procedures. Successful completion of required classroom and on-the-job training is mandatory to continue employment.This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
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