Flag Person

At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.

If you enjoy working outdoors in a safety-focused team environment, a rewarding career in rail maintenance might be right for you! Working with a crew in different locations, you’ll play a focal role in keeping the economy on track by ensuring that our infrastructure is safe, sound, and train-ready. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get your career moving!

Job Summary

The Flag person is responsible for protecting railway track workers and contractors on construction sites by ensuring the application of all rules and regulations. The role is performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions and ensures a safe working environment.

Major Responsibilities

To apply and ensure adherence to railway rules and regulations on construction sites.
Prepare, use and maintain various common and specialized hand tools for assigned work.
Remove and replace defective ties, rails spikes and anchors.
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge.
Install and repair street crossings and railroad crossings.
Assist in the replacement or repair of items such as power-operated switches and insulated joints.
Unload or assist in unloading ballasts, as well as unload and distribute track material.
Sort used track material for loading (may load by hand).
Clear brush, vegetation, snow and litter from railroad right-of-way.
Establish and maintain drainage. Clean up after work completion.
Understand and comply with track safety standards, Operating Rules and Safe work procedures.

Working Conditions

Shift work, with overtime when required.
Long periods of travel required, including overnight.
Primarily performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
Repetitive physical activity.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 70 pounds occasionally.
Good eye-hand coordination and grasping.
Comply with safe work procedures and policies.

Requirements

Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environment.
Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery.
Excellent communication skills, ability to handle radios
High School Diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position, including requirements for Safety.
Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and handle stress.
Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others.
Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety, productivity and client satisfaction.
Displays common sense and good judgment.
Hand-eye coordination.
Grasping skills.

Assets

Knowledge of signals or Railroad Operating Rules

What We Offer

Competitive Wages and Benefits
Paid Training and Career Development
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Defined Benefits Pension Plan
Employee Share Investment Plan
Educational Financial Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Generous Employee Discount Program
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Telemedicine Service

This position is a unionized position, as such pay and benefits are governed by the applicable Collective Agreement.

Paid Training

Successful candidates will take part in a paid four-week training program at a CN Campus (Winnipeg, MB) with additional on-the-job training to help ensure that they have received the adequate knowledge to operate in accordance with regulatory requirements and CN’s safety standards. The training is primarily on health and safety rules as successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job training is required to continue employment as a Flag Person at CN.

Successful Candidate Process

Medical assessment (including drug, hearing, and vision).
Criminal background check.
Offer Letter

Paid Training Structure

4 weeks at CN Campus

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest , most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca .

As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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