Railway Equipment Operator in Langley Township, British Columbia at REMCAN PROJECTS LP

Looking for a job where you're not stuck behind a desk? Are you eager to see Canada, work with a solid crew, run some heavy equipment, and build a career in the rail industry?

REMCAN Projects LP is hiring Railway Equipment Operators for projects across Canada.

Founded in 2007, REMCAN is a leading North American railway contractor providing track maintenance, construction, and related services to railway owners and operators, including Class 1 railways. With locations across Canada, our crews work on projects ranging from routine track maintenance to major construction projects and emergency repairs.

If you're an experienced equipment operator who likes hands-on work, travel, long days, good crews, and the opportunity to keep learning, we want to hear from you!

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for experienced operators who are dependable, safety-focused, and ready to work.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Railway Equipment Operator, you'll be part of our Track Maintenance team, working alongside labourers, operators, welders, and foremen to keep Canada's rail network safe and moving. Depending on your experience and qualifications, you may operate equipment such as:

• Spikers
• Tie cranes
• Speed swings
• Ballast regulators
• Excavators
• Backhoes
• Kribbers
• Adzers
• Tripp machines
• Glue machines
• Tampers

Your day-to-day work may include:

• Operating rail-bound equipment to build, maintain, and repair railway track
• Replacing and repairing rails, ties, and other track components
• Performing equipment inspections and pre-trip inspections
• Maintaining equipment and completing basic repairs as required
• Using hand tools for track maintenance and repairs
• Supporting general track construction and maintenance activities
• Performing moderate to heavy physical labour when required
• Responding to emergency repairs and track outages
• Working safety and following REMCAN and railway safety procedures
• Using hand tools for track maintenance and repairs

No two projects are exactly the same. One week you could be working on a major track project, and the next you could be responding to an emergency repair.

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for experienced operators who are dependable, safety-focused, and ready to work.

You Bring:

• 2+ years of experience operating equipment mentioned above
• Valid Class 5 or Class G driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to provide a 3-year driver's abstract
• Ability to pass eRailSafe Canada workforce compliance requirements
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including alcohol and drug screening
• Ability to work independently and as part of a crew
• Willingness to work days, nights, weekends, and extended shifts as required
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather
• Willingness to travel and work at remote locations across Canada
• Reliable personal transportation

Assets (not required):

• Canadian Railway Operating Rules (CROR) training
• First Aid
• WHMIS
• Fall Protection
• Confined Space Entry

REMCAN Employees Get:

• Competitive wages and extended group benefits
• Paid safety and hands-on training
• Real opportunities for career advancement
• Paid travel and accommodations, including daily Living Out Allowance (LOA)
• Group RSP with company matching program
• Company-paid Mental Health and Wellness program
• Company-provided PPE and annual boot allowance
• Employee recognition and family events

REMCAN is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual including women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community, feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Job Type: Full-Time, Seasonal

Location: Projects Throughout Canada

Travel: Required

Schedule: Rotational / Various Shifts

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.