Bridgeperson​/Truck Driver- EN

Bridge person/Truck Driver
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.

If you enjoy working outdoors in a safety-focused team environment, a rewarding career in rail maintenance might be right for you! Working with a crew in different locations, you’ll play a focal role in keeping the economy on track by ensuring that our infrastructure is safe, sound, and train-ready. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters.

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Job Summary
The Bridge Person and Truck Driver is responsible for contributing to Brides and Structures and work outside to assist with and replace or repair worn or broken components. In addition, the incumbent participates in fabricating and building new components for timber, concrete, and steel railway structures, including bridges and culverts.

Major Responsibilities

Fabricate, assemble, and build timber, concrete and steel railway bridge components

Use various common and specialized hand and power tools

Prepare and carry out minor maintenance of tools for assigned work

Remove and replace defective bridge, culvert, and other structural components

Load, unload, sort, shovel, and distribute various materials

Clean-up of materials after work is completed

Operate Hi-rail boom trucks to load, transport, and unload bridge, as well as culvert material on road and rail

Working Conditions

Must be able to work in a unionized environment as a crew member to perform various maintenance, repair, and replacement tasks, in a safety-sensitive environment around heavy moving equipment outdoors in all weather conditions

The role is exposed to harsh outdoor weather conditions such as heat and cold, as well as noisy surroundings

Capable of working in various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Required to work away from home, sometimes for extended periods of time

Ability to lift from 50 to 85 lbs

Capable of climbing and working at heights using fall protection equipment

May be required to work with respirator and hearing protection.

Requirements

Experience in structural environments

Completion of high School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Attend, pass, and maintain applicable training such as timber trestle, crane, Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG), National Safety Code (NSC), and steel bridge

Ability to read and understand detailed drawings and sketches for various types of repair work and new construction

Ability to follow strict guidelines concerning safe work practices

Knowledge of cleaning, fabrication, installation, repairs, and maintenance of steel and concrete structures, as well as culverts

Assets

Experience in physical labour, including lifting and occasional heavy lifting

Class 3 Drivers’ Licence with air endorsement or equivalent in the province of residence

What We Offer

Competitive Wages, Benefits, and Pension Plan

Paid Training and Career Development

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

24/7 Telemedicine Service

Employee Share Investment Plan

Educational Financial Assistance Program

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Extensive Employee Discount Program

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

This position is a unionized position, as such pay and benefits are governed by the applicable Collective Agreement.

Paid Training
Successful candidates will take part in a paid four-week training program at a CN Campus (Winnipeg, MB) with additional on-the-job training to help ensure that they have received the adequate knowledge to operate in accordance with regulatory requirements and CN’s safety standards. The training is primarily on health and safety rules as successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job training is required to continue employment as a…