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Rail Track Maintainer at Canadian National Railway (CN) is a challenging and rewarding career for those who enjoy working outdoors in a safety-focused team environment.Job SummaryThe Rail Track Maintainer is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballasts. This role requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and ensuring a safe working environment.Working ConditionsShift work with overtime as requiredLong periods of travel, including overnightPrimarily working outdoors in all weather conditionsRepetitive physical activityLifting and carrying up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 70 pounds occasionallyMajor ResponsibilitiesMaintain CN's train rails, ties, switches, and ballasts through inspection, repair, and replacementMaintain various hand tools for assigned workRemove and replace defective ties, rails spikes, and anchorsRepair deviations in track surface, alignment, and gaugeInstall and repair street and railroad crossings and assist in the replacement or repair of items such as power-operated switches and insulated jointsUnload ballasts and distribute track materialSort used track material for loadingEnsure railroad right-of-way is clear of brush, vegetation, snow, and litterEnsure a safe working environment by following CN's safety policies and proceduresRequirementsRelevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environmentExperience operating heavy equipment and machineryHigh School Diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or equivalentValid driver's licenseMust be at least 18 years of ageMust meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position, including requirements for SafetyAbility to work autonomously, adapt to different situations, and handle stressDemonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with othersDedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety, productivity, and client satisfactionDisplays common sense and good judgmentHand-eye coordinationGrasping skillsAssetsWelding skillsKnowledge of signals or Railroad Operating RulesWhat We OfferCompetitive Wages and BenefitsPaid Training and Career DevelopmentMedical, vision, and dental insuranceDefined Benefits Pension PlanEmployee Share Investment PlanEducational Financial Assistance ProgramEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs)Generous Employee Discount ProgramEmployee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Telemedicine ServiceAbout CNCN 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.