Job Summary
The Thermite Welder is responsible for performing thermite welding and repairs on steel rail components to ensure the integrity and safety of railway tracks. This role includes managing track components, conducting inspections, and executing maintenance activities to support reliable rail operations. The position follows an 8-day-on-6 days off rotational schedule, requiring travel and work in outdoor environments under varying conditions.
Major Responsibilities
Utilize thermite charge kits
Work safely with molten steel
Utilize high frequency tools
Weld and grind carbon steel and manganese track components
Inspect track work on completion and approve track
Maintain train operating restrictions in alignment with track standards
Remove and replace defective ties, rail spikes, and anchors
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
Install and repair street and railroad crossings
Unload and assist in unloading ballasts
Unload and distribute track material
Sort used track material for loading, which may be loaded by hand
Clean up after work completion
Comply with track safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures
Complete work, material inventory, and inspections reports
Working Conditions
Must be available to work shifts, extensive hours.
Must be able to work outside the headquarters location, as needed
Ability to work outdoor in various types of weather conditions with regular exposure to dust, pollen, noise, and vibrations
Ability to use various common and specialized hand tools
Must be able to utilize a respirator for some tasks
Ability to perform repetitive physical activities
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (22 kg) and up to 70 pounds (32 kg) occasionally
Must have good eye-hand coordination and grasping
Requirements
Federal and provincial welding qualification or equivalent experience
High School Diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)
Valid Driver’s License, Class 3 in Quebec or equivalent in other provinces
Collaborates with others and shares information
Sets direction and inspires others
Demonstrates active listening
Assets
Experience in similar working conditions
Knowledge of signals or Rail Operating Rules
Operator qualifications and experience
Experience and training in Mechanical
Post secondary trade education
What We Offer
Competitive Wages and Benefits
Paid Training and Career Development
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Defined Benefits Pension Plan
Employee Share Investment Plan
Educational Financial Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Generous Employee Discount Program
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Telemedicine Service
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 operatein accordance with regulatory requirements and CN’s safety standards. The training is primarily on health and safety rules, and successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job training is required to continue employment as a Thermite Welder at CN.
Successful Candidate Process:
Medical assessment (including drug, hearing, and vision).
Criminal background check.
Offer Letter
Paid Training Structure:
4 weeks at CN Campus
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