Adecco is currently hiring a
Permanent Machine Operator for a full-time opportunity. This role is ideal for someone with experience operating heavy equipment who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the maintenance and safety of railway infrastructure. In this position, you will operate on- and off-track machinery to support track maintenance activities, while also assisting with inspections, repairs, and general track work when required. This is a hands-on role that requires strong attention to safety, physical endurance, and the ability to work in various environmental conditions.
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an
existing vacancyOur Diversity & Inclusion StatementAt Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. This position is open to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis, the Indigenous peoples of Canada. Through this initiative, Adecco is taking proactive measures to support the equitable representation of Indigenous peoples in the workforce in alignment with section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Together, we're making the future work for everyone.
Responsibilities- Operate on- and off-track heavy equipment to support track repair and maintenance activities
- Remove and replace defective ties, rail spikes, and anchors
- Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
- Install and repair street and railroad crossings
- Distribute track materials across work sites
- Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and debris from right-of-way areas
- Establish and maintain proper drainage systems
- Inspect and maintain heavy equipment
- Perform track inspections and general maintenance when equipment operation is not required
- Follow all safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures
Qualifications- Must be eligible to work and reside within Canada
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions
- Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks and lift up to 50 lbs (70 lbs occasionally)
- Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Assets- Experience in similar working conditions
- Post-secondary trade education
- Mechanical experience or training
- Knowledge of rail operating rules or signals
Why Apply- Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package
- Paid training and ongoing career development opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Employee share investment program
- Educational assistance programs
- Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
- Telemedicine services
- Employee discount programs
- Unionized role with structured pay and benefits
- Paid training program including a four-week training session with additional on-the-job training
- Travel and accommodation support when working away from home
Land AcknowledgementAdecco acknowledges that our head office is located in Tkarón:to/Toronto, on the traditional territory of many Nations, including the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, the Huron-Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We recognize that our teams operate in offices and communities across the country, on the ancestral and contemporary lands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We're committed to continued learning, respectful relationships, and taking meaningful actions in partnership with Indigenous communities.
