Permanent Machine Operator

At Canadian National Railway, a career as a Permanent Machine Operator offers you the opportunity to work outdoors and enjoy physical labor while prioritizing safety. You'll be part of a dynamic team that works in different locations every day, ensuring our infrastructure is safe, sound, and train-ready.Job SummaryThe Permanent Machine Operator is responsible for operating and servicing various machines on assigned territory. The role involves performing tasks such as inspecting, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballast, as well as operating heavy equipment to support track repair and maintenance activities.Major ResponsibilitiesOperate on- and off-track heavy equipment to remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchors, correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge, install and repair street and railroad crossings, distribute track material, clear brush, vegetation, snow, and litter from railroad right-of-way, establish and maintain drainage, and inspect and maintain heavy equipment.Perform other duties as may be assigned when work does not require machine operation, including track inspection and other track maintenance duties.Working ConditionsThe role requires working shift work and occasional overtime. You must be available to work outside the assigned headquarters location from time to time and perform physical work outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions.Ability to perform repetitive physical activities during the course of a shift.Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (22 kg) and up to 70 pounds (32 kg) occasionally.Must be able to supply basic personal tools for equipment maintenance.Employment RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED).Valid Driver's License.Collaborates with others and shares information, demonstrates active listening, relevant work experience in similar working conditions, postsecondary trade education, experience in or training in mechanical, knowledge of signals or Rail Operating Rules.TrainingUpon hiring, the incumbent attends formal and on-the-job training. The position is required to complete the training program successfully in order to work as a Permanent Machine Operator.About UsCanadian National Railway is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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.