CAN RTH - Prince George Probationary Labourer BC Prince George, BC, Canada

Posted Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 6:00 AM | Expires Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 5:59 AM

Full time Seasonal

Location: Based out of BC this position requires travel throughout Western Canada from 5-21 days at a time depending on the shift.

What is a Trackman? Trackmen are labourers with railroad track construction experience.

Safety First

Our commitment to your well-being means you can focus on the job without worry.

Explore Beyond the Rails

Our work environment extends across vast landscapes—majestic mountains, dense forests, and serene lakes.

Off the Beaten Path

Regular out-of-town assignments mean you’ll wake up to new horizons.

Climb, Bend, Lift:

Forget the treadmill! It’s a workout with a view.

Weather Warriors

Rain or shine, you’ll be out there.

What We Offer

Fair Compensation

Enjoy competitive hourly pay with scheduled increases.

Work Amidst Natural Beauty

Our job sites are some of the most picturesque spots in Canada.

Unionized Workplace

Join a supportive community of colleagues.

Comprehensive Benefits

Extended Health, Dental, and Vision coverage.

Mental Health Support

Access additional resources when needed.

Secure Your Future

Employer-paid pension contribution for every hour worked and biweekly paychecks.

Vacation and Holiday Perks

Receive 10% paid-out vacation and holiday pay.

Comfort Away from Home

Employer-paid lodgings and a competitive Live Out Allowance (LOA).

Gear Up with Style

Generous Boot Allowance and top-notch company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Job Requirements

NO EXCEPTIONS:



Track construction/maintenance is a requirement.

General understanding of how to operate small equipment such as, but not limited to rail saws, drills, grinders, puller, air compressor, bolter, and back pack blower

General understanding how to operate hand tools such as, but not limited to hammers, claw bars, drift pin, scythes, brooms, shovel, pick, and track jacks

Flexibility

Ability and willingness to travel to remote work locations as needed.

Shift Availability

Be prepared to work all shifts.

Self-Sufficiency:

Support yourself until your first paycheck arrives and willingness to SHARE a hotel room.

Valid Full Driver’s License

At minimum, you’ll need a valid Class 5 driver’s license (non-GDL) or Class G at minimum plus a clean drivers abstract to operate company vehicles.

Metatarsal Work Boots

Willingness to invest in 8-inch metatarsal work boots (not basic work boots) for safety.

Fit-For-Duty:

Pass criminal record check, and drug and fitness screening, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

ERailSafe badge

Pass all required eRail badge training and testing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This work involves

pulling track spikes applying rail anchors shoveling crushed rock bending & lifting to 50 lbs.

Various loading and unloading of heavy materials such as tools and equipment (spikes, tie plates, joint bars etc.) to and from various vehicles and machine

Prepare, use and maintain various common and specialized hand tools for assigned work

Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge

Clearing railway crossings of brush and tall grass using handheld tools and equipment

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