PNR RailWorks is looking for a dependable and hardworking Yard Labourer to assist with general yard duties, property maintenance, and material handling. This role is essential to keeping our operations running efficiently and supports field crews by handling non-union tasks at the yard level. If you're someone who enjoys working outdoors, staying active, and being part of a solid team, this could be the perfect fit.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Yard & Property Maintenance:
Cut and remove vegetation along the entire fence line to prevent damage and keep the site clean.
Perform general landscaping and cleanup around the yard.
Sort large volumes of relay plates, including material from the REM project and ongoing deliveries.
Clean and organize sea cans and storage areas to keep materials accessible and safely stored.
Help sort relay and obsolete materials for reuse or disposal.
Identify and separate materials for scrapping.
Assist in preparing scrap loads to take advantage of current high scrap metal prices.
Load and unload materials and supplies as needed.
Use hand tools and basic equipment to move, clean, or organize yard inventory.
Support inventory control and labeling efforts.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience in a yard, construction, or labour-intensive environment is an asset
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Basic understanding of safety practices and use of PPE
Forklift or skid steer experience is a plus, but not required
Able to work independently and follow instructions
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Works outdoors at construction sites.
Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, lifts, bends, and moves objects up to 50 pounds.
Exposed to all weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.
Exposed to loud noise, live track/trains and high voltage.
Ability to workdays, Afternoons and Nights
Travel Required
Company Overview
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.
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