Track Utility Person Full-time Job

• Carrying out remedial and programmed maintenance of GO Transit facilities and properties as well as preventative/capital maintenance, inspection of GO Transit track and rights-of-way, such as:
  • Install and replace all types of track components including but not limited to rail, ties, spikes, anchors, ballast, joints, turnouts, points, frogs, switch heaters, etc.
  • Correct and repair surface, alignment, and gauge of track.
  • Install and repair road crossings, including paving.
  • Control and remove snow and ice at turnouts and road crossings.
  • Inspect all track structure and reports defects.
  • Maintain rights-of-way and signs and clear brush, vegetation, and litter from the right-of-way.
  • Establish and maintain drainage
• Understand and comply with track safety standards, Operating Rules and Safe work procedures and policies.
• Prepare records for the Supervisor in respect of inspections, work accomplished, deficiencies noted, vehicle equipment and material usage.
• Operate assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools safely and maintain them in a clean and serviceable condition and maintain logs relative to their serviceability.

• Level of reading, writing, and learning skills normally attained through Grade 10 education.
• Minimum of (1) one year experience in the following:
  • Maintaining switch points, frogs, rails, protectors and basic operations such as spiking and tamping, as well as seasonal operations including tieing, surfacing, construction and snow removal.
• Knowledge of Canadian Rail Operating Rules and pertinent Health and Safety Regulations is considered an asset.
• Must have a valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and must meet corporate standard for a good driving record.  Possession or ability to obtain a “DZ” licence is considered an asset
• Must be able to obtain GO Transit Equipment Operator’s Permit. 
• Must be able to obtain a CROR foreman certification and a TIG qualification.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain First Aid Certification. 
• Must successfully complete environmental, safety and any other training required by corporate policy.

Working Conditions:

• Work outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions, involving physical work.
• Perform repetitive physical activities during the course of a shift
• Frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds (22 kg).
• You may be required to work variable hours/shifts to support various work programs and winter operations. 
• You may also be required to be On-Call from time to time.

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email [email protected].

 

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. 

 

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.