Bridgeperson - Bridges and Structures (Positions - Hamilton, Canada - Remcan Projects LP - Local

Remcan Projects LP - Local

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

5 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB TYPE:
Bridgeperson - Bridges and Structures

LOCATION:
We are hiring for multiple positions available across CANADA

DESCRIPTION:

Working for REMCAN's Bridges and Structures department, no two days will ever be the same. The Bridges and Structures (B&S) work environment provides exciting new challenges daily. The focus on safety, productivity, outperforming against client needs are three important aspects of the work you will be involved in.

As a Bridgeperson in the Bridges and Structures department, you will be responsible for:

General maintenance, repair, and inspection of railway bridges and bridge components
Transporting materials and working at heights
Reading and understanding detailed drawings and sketches of work to be performed
Must be able to qualify in Fall Arrest and Scaffolding Installation (where required)
Perform physical activities such as frequent lifting / carrying up to 50 lbs (20 kg) and occasionally up to 70 lbs (32 kg)
Complying with safe work procedures and policies and applicable CROR rules

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work you are assigned in this role is performed outdoors in various types of weather, environmental conditions as well as in remote locations. Assigned work shifts will vary and will include weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The role required being available to respond to critical incidents and accidents on a rotational basis. The role also requires travel which will include overnight assignments away from home.

WHAT REMCAN HAS TO OFFER:

Between physical labour, heavy machinery, and emergency repairs, railway maintenance and construction can be a tough environment.

Which is why, at REMCAN, we look after our crew and take the time to carefully train and prepare you for life on the tracks, with the following additional perks:

Competitive salary, benefit package, health & wellness program, and group RSP with company match
Paid safety and onjob or fieldbased training
Career growth opportunities
Challenging projects and learning environment
The opportunity to work with a team where safety is an integral part of our culture

WHO WE ARE:

REMCAN Projects LP (REMCAN) is a full-service contractor for the railway industry.

Our mission is to deliver safe, cutting edge, and environmentally sustainable maintenance and construction services to railway track owners and operators across Canada.

A career in the railway industry is dynamic, challenging, and most importantly, rewarding.

TO APPLY:

REQUIREMENTS:

MUST be able to pass eRailsafe a federal security clearance and assigned training
Can demonstrate a proficiency in carpentry techniques such as framing, measuring and building forms
Has experience in working at heights in and around railway bridge structures (concrete, wood, or steel)
Is able to read and understand blueprint drawings
Has experience working with or around heavy equipment including cranes, backhoes, frontend loaders, excavators and hydraulic and / or pneumatic tools
Must be comfortable working at heights including ladders and scaffolding
Has experience working in a highly regulated, safetyfocused environment
Has the ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment
Must provide valid driver's license and clean driver's abstract
Must pass a preemployment drug test
Must work within REMCAN's and our client's safety guidelines and policies
Must be physically fit and able to life up to 50 lbs

REMCAN is a full service national railway contractor.

Our mission is to deliver safety enhanced, high quality, innovative and environmentally-focused maintenance and construction services to railway track owners and operators across Canada.

Our work enables the safe and efficient movement of goods and services, from coast to coast.

Heavily focused on the client experience, REMCAN takes pride in their ability to meet the sometimes arduous demands of the railway industry, while retaining committed attention to responsiveness, detail and quality.