Overview
Machine Operator Jobs in Foleyet – Ontario at Canadian National Railway
Title: Machine Operator
Company: Canadian National Railway
Location: Foleyet – Ontario
Category: Maintenance/Cleaning, Trades / Skilled Labor
Location: Foleyet
Job Summary
The Permanent Machine Operator is responsible for operating and servicing all work equipment machines for which qualification is held, on the assigned territory. The incumbent performs other duties, as may be required, notwithstanding that such duties may be normally performed by Track Employees, such as inspecting, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballast. Major
Responsibilities
Operate on- and off-track heavy equipment to support track repair and maintenance activities such as:
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
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
Comply with track safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures Working Conditions
Must be
available to work shift work and occasional overtime
The role may be required to work outside the assigned headquarters location from time to time
Ability to
perform physical work outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
Must be
able 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
The role may be required to report to another location occasionally or work away from home
When required to work away from headquarters, the incumbent is compensated for travel and other expense according to the collective agreement
Must have
good eye-hand coordination and grasping ability Employment
Requirements
High 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
* * Any experience/
education
/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset Training Upon 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. This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.
