Join Our Team as a Railway Technician!

Office Locations: Emonton, Alberta

Work Area: Alberta

Company: Universal Rail Solutions

Employment Type: Full-Time

Wage: $37 to $42 per hour

Ready to Build Your Career in Railway Construction?

At Universal Rail Systems, we keep Canada’s railway operators moving—safely and sustainably. From coast to coast and across every rail sector, we deliver service excellence and outstanding value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!

We are looking for a Railway Technician to support project planning, execution, inspections, and on site coordination for rail construction activities throughout the GTA. If you’re detail oriented, eager to learn, and ready to gain hands on experience in the railway industry, this role offers exceptional growth and development opportunities.

What You’ll Do

As a Railway Technician, you will work closely with Project Managers, Coordinators, Engineers, Survey Teams, Quality Personnel, and Site Supervisors to support safe, efficient, and high quality project delivery. Your responsibilities include:

• Review construction drawings, specs, and technical documents to support project planning
• Assist in managing multiple project activities and communicating with site teams and subcontractors
• Conduct site inspections for rail installation, welding, surfacing, concrete works, and more
• Perform field measurements, geometry checks, and verify alignment; document findings for QA/QC
• Track daily progress, production, and job costs; enter data into project management systems
• Identify scope changes or discrepancies; support RFIs, change requests, and resolution plans
• Maintain organized records including drawings, revisions, permits, submittals, and field notes
• Assist with scheduling, resource allocation, and material deliveries to keep work on track
• Support QA/QC processes, including documenting non conformances and verifying corrective actions
• Promote and document compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Submit invoices, assist with payment collection, and maintain accurate stakeholder databases
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
• Solid proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with MS Project or Primavera is an asset
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and technical information
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems, and make sound decisions
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Professionalism, maturity, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Strong critical thinking and time management abilities

Job Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
• Working toward a Project Management Certification or professional designation (asset)
• Willingness to work weekends and weeknights as required by project demands

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay
• Industry-Leading Benefits Program
• Opportunities to grow your railway career with hands on experience
• A collaborative team where Safety is an integral part of our culture

Ready to Make Tracks?

If you're eager to learn, ready to work in the field, and passionate about supporting high quality rail projects, apply today and help us keep Canada’s railways running strong—Doing It Right!

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Join Us?

• Industry-Leading Benefits Program
• A Safety-First Culture
• Opportunities to Lead and Grow

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Universal Rail Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.