Track Maintainer/Labourer - No Railroad Experience Required! We are hiring for April/May 2023

*We invite candidates to apply from Sherbrooke, Farnham and Lennoxville. Work is located in Sherbrooke, Farnham and Lennoxville (no travel required!)*

Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to eight major ports, including Vancouver and Montreal, providing North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe.

What CP can offer you:

• 2 weeks paid training to set you up for success as a Railroader!
• Flexible and competitive benefits package, starting from day 1
• Comprehensive Company matched Pension Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To maintain the track and surrounding areas using moderate physical labour and technology (automated machinery). We use technology as much as possible to eliminate physical stress on the body. Duties can include replacing and repairing various track components including rails, railway ties, fences and adjusting the alignment and the surface of the track as well as responding to emergencies and track outages.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Moderate to heavy physical labour on an assigned area of track. This work involves:
  • Pulling track spikes,
  • Applying rail anchors,
  • Shoveling crushed rock,
  • Bending & lifting up to 50 lbs on a regular basis,
  • Repetitive tasks
• An emphasis on safety is critical for all employees. This can be a high risk environment as you will be working around heavy moving equipment;
• Employees must remain focused at all times and be willing to work in a team environment;
• The work location is outdoors and, therefore, you will be working in all weather conditions (rain, direct sunlight, snow etc);
• The typical schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (but can be subject to change based on operational needs)
• This is a permanent, full-time position (no lay-off's)

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Must be at least 18 years of age;
• Possess a High School diploma or GED;
• A valid driver’s license;
• A valid Class 3 license, CL4, CL3/Air, CL2, CL1/Air would be considered an asset;
• A safety-oriented work ethic supported by experience within the labour industry;
• The ability to follow instructions and rules and regulations;
• Ability to work as a valuable member of a team;
• Good written and verbal communication/comprehension skills are essential;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This is a Safety Sensitive position, which will require pre-employment checks that can take multiple weeks to complete once successfully selected. For transparency in the recruitment process (9-12 weeks), we:

Medical Requirements:

Operating safely is a core foundation of CP. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CP’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessment.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Education verification

CP is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act ("PIPEDA").