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Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Boom Truck Driver/Operator - Railway
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Join Our Team as a Boom Truck Driver
Location: Atlantic Canada (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Eastern Quebec); must be willing to travel. Company: Universal Rail Solutions Inc.
Employment: Full-Time, Seasonal
Ready to Help Build and Maintain Canada's Railways? If you're a safety-focused equipment operator with experience operating boom trucks and working in construction or railway environments, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is seeking a Boom Truck Driver/Operator to support railway construction, maintenance, signal installation, and material handling activities across Canada. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Who We Are
At Universal Rail Solutions Inc., our work is getting and keeping Canada's railway operators in motion — safely and sustainably. We work coast-to-coast across every railway sector and on projects of all sizes, delivering service excellence and exceptional value to our clients. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!
The Opportunity
As a Boom Truck Driver, you will work as part of a skilled railway construction and maintenance team, safely operating truck-mounted hydraulic cranes to move materials, equipment, and infrastructure components within active rail environments. This role is critical to supporting rail construction, signal and communications installations, track renewal projects, and material distribution activities while maintaining strict compliance with railway operating rules and company safety standards. This position is more than equipment operation — it's about supporting safe, efficient project execution and helping keep Canada's railways moving.
What You'll Do
Safely operate boom trucks to lift, move, load, and unload materials and equipment at railway construction and maintenance sites Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices Conduct daily equipment inspections and complete pre-trip and post-trip walk-around assessments Perform general housekeeping and minor maintenance to ensure equipment remains in safe operating condition Complete daily administrative requirements, including: Log books Job briefings Equipment documentation Inspection reports Comply with Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) and all applicable railway instructions Communicate effectively with crews, supervisors, and railway personnel using established radio protocols Assist with manual labour and general railway construction activities when required Meet productivity and performance expectations established by Supervisors and Foremen Protect fellow employees, the public, and company assets through safe work practices Perform other related duties as assigned What You Bring High school diploma or equivalent (considered an asset) Minimum 6 months of railway or construction industry experience Minimum one season of equipment operating experience Valid Class 1 Driver's Licence required for boom truck operation Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) certification, or willingness to obtain Strong understanding of workplace safety requirements and safe lifting practices Ability to safely and responsibly operate boom trucks and related equipment Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities Experience using basic hand tools, including: Wrenches Pliers Screwdrivers Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good customer service and public interaction skills Strong hand-eye coordination and situational awareness Self-motivated with a strong commitment to safety Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted Ability to work rotational schedules, night shifts, overtime, and travel as required Clean driver's abstract and clear criminal record are considered assets First Aid, Fall Arrest, GEI, Forklift Loader, and machine-specific certifications are considered assets (training may be provided) What We Offer Competitive compensation An industry-leading comprehensive benefits program Training and development opportunities The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture Apply Today! We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A.I. may be used in the grading of candidates for selection purposes.
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About North American Rail Solutions
American Track is America's largest and most trusted rail solutions provider of turnkey rail solutions, offering railroad design engineering, maintenance, construction, and terminal operating services.
At American Track, we pride ourselves on keeping up with the latest construction technology, and we adhere to each facility’s strict safety and security standards. Our team works closely with customers to ensure they always get superior results.
Financial stability, exceptional service/response times, superior quality, and a strong commitment to safety are must-haves for all rail construction, maintenance, and general service providers. American Track is committed to these baseline principles, while constantly seeking new ways to exceed client expectations and deliver exceptional results.
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