Rail Track Maintenance Technician

Inspect and maintain railway tracks with Cando in Sturgeon, Alberta, using practical problem solving and physical outdoor work. Safety remains central.

As a Track Maintainer, you will support short line and customer-site rail services through inspections, repairs, clearing, and emergency response. The work includes maintaining switches, crossings, flange ways, rails, railway ties, fences, alignment, and track surfaces. You will also maintain tools, equipment, and required documentation.

• Conduct regular track inspections and general maintenance repairs
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust switches, crossings, and flange ways
• Repair rails, railway ties, fences, alignment, and track surfaces
• Complete job hazard analyses and report unsafe conditions
• Document maintenance, inspection, purchasing, fuel, and audit records

• Knowledge of rail inspection, maintenance, and repair techniques
• Physical fitness for outdoor work in adverse weather
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to obtain required licenses, certifications, and clearances
• Equipment operating experience is an asset

Support safe rail operations through track inspection, repair, equipment care, and clear documentation at Cando customer sites.