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Steel Bridge Worker

Full time at Canadian National Railway in Canada
Posted on May 8, 2024

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Enjoying physical labour and working outdoors as well as being safety-minded are vital to a career in rail operations at CN. If you like being part of a team and working in different locations every day, a rewarding career in track maintenance will appeal to you. Working on a crew, you’ll be part of an ever-changing, safety-first work environment that ensures our infrastructure is safe, sound and train-ready. At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!Job SummaryThe Steel Bridge Worker is responsible for contributing to Brides and Structures and work outside to assist with and replace or repair worn or broken components. In addition, the incumbent participates in fabricating and building new components for timber, concrete, and steel railway structures, including bridges and culverts.Major ResponsibilitiesFabricate, assemble, and build timber, concrete, and steel railway bridge componentsUse various common and specialized hand and power toolsPrepare and carry out minor maintenance of tools for assigned workRemove and replace defective bridge, culvert, and other structural componentsLoad, unload, sort, shovel, and distribute various materialsClean-up after work completionOperate Hirail boom truck to load, transport, and unload bridge, as well as culvert material on road and railWorking ConditionsMust be able to work in a unionized environment as a crew member to perform various maintenance, repair, and replacement tasks, in a safety-sensitive environment around heavy moving equipment outdoors in all weather conditionsThe role is exposed to harsh outdoor weather conditions such as heat and cold, as well as noisy surroundingsCapable of working in various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidaysRequired to work away from home, sometimes for extended periods of timeAbility to lift from 50 to 85 lbsCapable of climbing and working at heights using fall protection equipmentRequirementsExperience in structural environmentsExperience in physical labour, including lifting and occasional heavy lifting*Completion of high school or a General Education Diploma (GED)Attend, pass, and maintain applicable training such as timber, crane, Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG), National Safety Code (NSC), and steelCanadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certified WelderClass 3 Driver’s License with air endorsement or equivalent in the province of residence*Physical labour experience is a definite asset including lifting, occasional heavy liftingAbility to read and understand detailed drawings and sketches for various types of repair work and new constructionAbility to follow strict guidelines concerning safe work practicesKnowledge of cleaning, fabrication, installation, repairs, and maintenance of steel and concrete structures, as well as culverts*Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an assetTrainingThe position is required to attend classroom and on-the-job training that CN offers.This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.About CNCN 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.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 from underrepresented groups often don’t apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don’t see yourself in 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 reach out to our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.

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