Role overview

Join Our Team as a Railway Laboure
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba; Alberta (Travel Required)Company: Universal Rail Solutions Inc.Employment: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: $21.00 or higher; based on experience

Ready to Help Build and Maintain Canada’s Railways?
If you're a hardworking, safety-focused individual who enjoys hands-on work and being part of a team that keeps Canada's railway network moving, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is currently seeking Labourers (Trackperson) to support railway maintenance and construction activities across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.
Applicants must have a Class 5 licence, clean driving record, and must be willing to travel out of province for up to 14 to 21 days per cycle.

Who We Are
At Universal Rail Solutions Inc., our work is getting and keeping Canada's railway operators in motion — safely and sustainably. We work coast-to-coast across every railway sector and on projects of all sizes, delivering service excellence and exceptional value to our clients.
Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!

The Opportunity
As a Labourer (Trackperson), you will work as part of a railway construction and maintenance crew performing essential field activities that help maintain the safety and reliability of Canada's rail infrastructure.
This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy physically active outdoor work, thrive in a team environment, and are committed to working safely every day.

What You'll Do

Manually grade ballast and track surfaces
Pull railway spikes and install spikes into rail ties
Shovel rock and dirt for grading, surfacing, and ballast clearing activities
Load and unload heavy materials from vehicles and equipment
Operate small tools and equipment as required
Support railway construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance activities
Perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver's Licence and clean driver's abstract
Basic understanding of survey grades and construction methods
Ability to read instructions, technical specifications, and grade plans
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including:

Moderate to heavy lifting
Standing for extended periods
Bending and shovelling
Working outdoors in varying weather conditions

General understanding of, or ability to learn, the operation of railway tools and equipment such as:

Rail saws
Drills
Grinders
Spike pullers
Air compressors
Bolters
Backpack blowers

Ability to obtain railway certifications, including:

Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR)
Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG)
Other applicable railway qualifications

What We Offer

Competitive compensation
Growth and advancement opportunities where available
Ongoing training and development opportunities
The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture

Apply Today!
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A.I. may be used in the grading of candidates for selection purposes.
For more information, please contact:
Jesse Rivero(289) 879-6765
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