Assistant Supervisor Track Maintenance-CA Please note that the language you select on this site will be the primary language used for all future communications regarding your application. Job Description Assistant Supervisor Track Maintenance-CA Req Id: 788 Job Location: Prince George - BC Business Unit: Operations Highest Level Division: Engineering Posting Start Date: 9/26/26 Posting End Date: 10/25/2026 French/English Bilingual Requirement: No Hiring Salary Range: $102000 - 106000 This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers. Join us today and get your career moving!
Job Summary The incumbent is responsible for leading the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs. The role oversees replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballasts. In addition, the position provides daily support to the Track Supervisor.
Main Responsibilities Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN's operating plan
Supervise and lead activities of track gangs, track employees, and hi-rail operations
Manage engineering operations to ensure compliance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada guidelines, and CN standards, policies, and regulations
Lead people with explicit direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular performance monitoring
Apply collective agreements and company policies by conducting investigations, recommending corrective actions, and responding to grievances
Oversee budgets and workforce productivity in accordance with CN policies and the Five Guiding Principles
Communicate track conditions and daily production information clearly to senior management to facilitate operational adjustments
Ensure track safety through regulatory inspections and input findings into the Track Inspection System (TIS)



to monitor track condition
Follow up on reported track issues to ensure ongoing compliance with standards
Participate in derailment and service disruption activities, collaborating with Transportation and Mechanical to establish cause and prevent future occurrences
Perform safety audits and conduct safety engagements for the unionized workforce
Plan, schedule, and perform track repairs and maintenance
Respond to emergencies
Working Conditions The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday and is eligible to participate in CN's hybrid work model. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) across their assigned territory, at times without advance notice. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations, and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.
Experience Safety Compliance
Between 3 to 5 years of experience in safety compliance
Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving
Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment*
Experience in budget management*
Experience in labour relations (i.e., interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.)*
Experience supervising a unionized workforce*
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Education/Certification/Designation High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Bachelor's Degree*
Valid Driver's Licence
Certification in Railroad Operating Signals*
Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)




Competencies We Care About Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Succeed Together
We Lead Responsibly
Vision and strategic thinking
Impactful and inclusive leadership
Performance and value delivery
Empowerment and talent development
Strategic communication and influence
Managerial courage and decisiveness
Compliance
High
Planning
Build trust
Depth of analysis
Technical Skills/Knowledge General computer skills, including Microsoft applications*
Ability to conduct accident investigations*
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
Additional Information (If Any) About CN CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [email protected]. As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. Please monitor your email on a regular basis as communication to applicants is done via email.

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📌 Assistant Supervisor Track Maintenance-CA (British Columbia)
🏢 Canadian National
📍 British Columbia