Track Maintainer careers are for those who enjoy working outside and have good hand-eye coordination. Your job will centre on inspecting tracks for defects, and replacing or repairing such things as worn or broken rails, switch ties, spikes and rail anchors.
Responsibilities:
- Work as a crew member to perform maintenance, repair and replacement tasks using common and specialized hand tools
- Maintain tools and equipment so they are always in top working order
- Unload, sort and distribute maintenance materials
- Make safety your top priority, ensuring a safe work area at all times
Typical Working Conditions, Hours & Salary:
- Railways operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As a Track Maintainer, you will not work a typical nine-to-five shift. You will work irregular hours and must be available to work weekends and holidays when needed.
- This job requires excellent physical health and conditioning as you will frequently lift weights up to 25 kilograms, and occasionally lift up to 45 kilograms.
- You will work outdoors and in all kinds of weather conditions, with regular exposure to dust, pollen, noise and vibrations.
- You will sometimes work away from home.
- The average yearly salary for a Track Maintainer is $55,000 to $65,000.
Training Requirements & Qualifications:
As an entry-level position, new Track Maintainer hires receive on-the-job training on how to identify track maintenance issues, operate maintenance tools, and protect rail lines while they’re working on them.