Southeast College SAIT

Railway Yard and Track Maintenance Workers

(NOC 7531)
 

What do Railway Yard and Track Maintenance Workers do?

Railway yard workers regulate yard traffic, couple and uncouple trains and perform related yard activities. Railway track maintenance workers operate machines and equipment to lay, maintain and repair railway tracks.

How to become: Railway Yard and Track Maintenance Workers


  • Some secondary school education is usually required.
  • Experience as a railway labourer is required.
  • On-the-job training is provided
  • Railway yard workers require a Canadian Rail Operating Rules certificate.

Where to study for a career as: Railway Yard and Track Maintenance Workers

Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Railway Yard and Track Maintenance Workers make?

Low:
$49,920
Average:
$64,480
High:
$81,120

Job openings for Railway Yard and Track Maintenance Workers

Job Seekers:
8,600
Job Openings:
10,100