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Trackperson (Railway Labourer)
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About the role
Join Our Team as a Trackperson
Location: Ontario Company: Universal Rail Solutions Inc.
Employment: Full‑Time, Unionized Role
Wage: $37.28 per hour to $41.79 per hour (based on experience) Ready to Build and Maintain Canada’s Railways? If you’re safety‑focused, enjoy hands‑on work, and want to be part of a strong team that takes pride in building and maintaining rail infrastructure, this is your opportunity to get on track with a growing organization. Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is currently seeking Trackpersons to support railway construction and maintenance activities across Ontario.
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 on every railway, 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 Trackperson, you will work as part of a crew performing essential, hands‑on railway construction and maintenance tasks. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy physical outdoor work, value teamwork, and understand that safety is the foundation of everything we do. You will support track maintenance and construction activities while learning railway standards, tools, and procedures in a unionized environment.
What You’ll Do
Manually grade ballast and track surfaces. Pull spikes and hammer spikes into rail ties. Shovel rock and dirt for grading and ballast clearing. Load and unload heavy materials on and off vehicles. Operate small tools and equipment under direction. Support general railway construction and maintenance activities. Perform other related duties as assigned.
What You Bring
High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver’s Licence with a clean driver’s abstract. Basic understanding of construction methods and survey grades. Ability to read instructions, technical specifications, and grade plans.
Ability to perform physical labour, including
Moderate to heavy lifting Standing, bending, shovelling, and working outdoors General understanding of, or willingness to learn, the operation of small equipment such as: Rail saws Drills and grinders Spike pullers Air compressors Bolters Backpack blowers Willingness to obtain required railway certifications, including CROR, TIGs, MX GEI, and other applicable certifications. Willingness to obtain union membership.
What We Offer
Competitive pay. Union membership with a comprehensive benefits program. Growth and advancement opportunities where available. 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.
Position Status: Vacant
A.I. may be used in the grading of candidates for selection purposes. #EABR
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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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