Forman Maintenance of way

 Reference Number : 819 

Status : Permanent - Full-time  

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : $ 40,45/h

Number of positions to be filled : 1 

Application Deadline : 05/13/2025

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility. 

VIA Rail Canada Inc. is currently seeking 1 Foreman Maintenance of way worker in Toronto.

Tasks :

•             Maintenance of track and related equipment in the yard.

•             Must maintain and repair the tracks, the switches, surface preparation, painting.

•             Must be able to maintain, repair, weld, cut, inspect, monitor railway tracks but not limited to maintaining track work.

•             Provide  a positive Track Protection where required.

•             Must be able to use the electric, hydraulic and pneumatic tools.

•             Must be able to work at heights, ladder and personnel lift.

•             Must be able to work inside and outside in any weather throughout the year.

•             The person interested by this position must be in position to work outside of his regular hours in case of emergency repairs or overtime work regarding the Toronto Maintenance Centre operations.

What is in it for you ?

Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Salary  : $ 40.45 /H (basis salary plus Qualification Pay 2.38$/H if applicable) 

Full benefits : Dental, medical (prescription glasses , drug prescription) , pension plan, ride pass,

5 personal days + vacations

Uniforms, all tools, PPE provided (boots, glasses, helmet, vest, gloves) , free parking, shower\personal change room provided, indoor lunch room.

• Minimum 5 years Railway experience in yard or, main lines and secondary main line including Supervising track work.

• Must have C.R.O.R Rules 105 qualification.

• Must have successfully completed and maintain qualification as required by the Transport Canada Rules Respecting Track Safety.

• Must be able to use hand tools and able to communicate on Radio.

• Must have first aid training

• Must be able to lift and carry at least 75 pounds on occasional basis.

• Must have a valid driver license Class G.

• Must be able to pass VIA Rail National Engineering Track Standard (NETS) internal training.

• Must be able to pass Working at Heights internal training.

• Must be able to pass Forklift internal training.

• Heavy Equipment certification would be considered an asset.

• French language communication would be considered an asset.

Conditions of hiring:

• Must qualify VIA Rail National Engineering Track Standard (internal training) and General Engineering Instructions .

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

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