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Operator
@ RailWorks
Guelph, Ontario
Overview
RailWorks is hiring a unionized Operator to run heavy construction and maintenance-of-way equipment on rail track construction and signal maintenance, reporting to the Foreman. The work covers moving materials, equipment safety checks and repairs, and working in field conditions on live rail corridors. The posting states a salary rate of $48.41, health and dental benefits, a company pension, and shift work across day, evening, night and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Operate heavy construction equipment to move and load materials
- Perform equipment safety checks and routine repairs
- Signal directions and warnings to coworkers
- Locate underground services before starting work
- Keep records of equipment usage and problems
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- At least one year operating heavy equipment in construction
- Valid driver's licence with a clean record
- Ability to read safety and procedure manuals
- Pass background and drug screening
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-10
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness |
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RailWorks
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North America's leading provider of rail infrastructure solutions
Full company description
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada. As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying homage to a long history of world-class service. What We Do: - Rail Construction & Maintenance - Signals & Communications - Steel ties and turnouts via our NARSTCO division - Maintenance of Way services Our Customers: - Transit authorities and transportation agencies/departments - Railroads of all sizes - Passenger and commuter rail lines - Private industries serviced by rail
- LinkedIn followers
- 35,347
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 804
- Reported office locations
- 5 Penn Plaza, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10001, US
- Business categories
- Construction
- Infrastructure
- Railroad
- Transportation
- Construction, repair and maintenance
- Other recorded names
- RailWorks
- RailWorks Corporation
- Specialties
- Rail Track Construction
- Maintenance and Rehabilitation
- Transit Systems Contracting
- Signals and Communications
- and Steel ties
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada. As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | New York, NY |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Specialties | Rail Track ConstructionMaintenance and RehabilitationTransit Systems ContractingSignals and Communicationsand Steel ties |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 30 |
| View page |
Job ID: 19908
Benefits Offering
· Unionized Position
· Health & Dental Benefits
· Employee Assistance Program
· Company Pension
· Competitive Vacation
· Room for advancement provided
Compensation
· Salary Range: $48.41
Position Summary
Reporting to the Foreman or designate, the Operator performs a variety of tasks related to the operation of heavy construction and maintenance of way equipment in the construction and signal maintenance of track.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
· Operates heavy construction equipment to move, load or unload materials.
· Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures.
· Installs equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures.
· Performs equipment safety, maintenance checks and routine repairs.
· Repairs and maintains equipment, making emergency adjustments as necessary.
· Signals directions or warnings to coworkers.
· Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
· Locates underground services, such as pipes and wires, prior to beginning work.
· Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
· Keeps records of material and equipment usage and problems encountered.
· Pushes other equipment when extra traction or assistance if required;
· Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Qualifications
· Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
· Minimum one year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment.
· Valid AZ Driver’s License and a clean driver’s license.
· Ability to understand and follow instructions; read and interpret document such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, construction specifications, and procedure manuals.
· Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
· Ability to pass pre-employment background checks including drug screening.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
· Standing and walking around the project site
· Frequent bending, lifting, digging, shoveling and moving of objects on site.
· Loud noise
· Field environment and subject to all weather conditions.
· Working in and around live commuter trains, high voltage, confined space, safety sensitive cabling
· Day, evening, night and weekend shift work
Company Overview
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.
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