Careers: Full-time
Track Inspector
Inspect track and turnouts and record defects for Ironhorse's northwest Alberta operations.
About the role
Ironhorse is hiring track inspectors for its northwest Alberta operations, as posted on Instagram in May 2026. Inspectors walk and hi-rail track, measure geometry and components, and write up defects so repair crews can plan the work.
Inspection rotations in northwest Alberta, with paid travel, training, benefits, and an RRSP.
- Location
- Northwest Alberta
- Role type
- Full-time
- Base
- Crews stage from Crossfield, Alberta, north of Calgary, with rotations to job sites across Western Canada.
- Now hiring
- Competitive wages · RRSP · Benefits · Paid travel · Training. Rotation, start date, and pay are confirmed with each applicant.
Typical work
- Inspect track, turnouts, and crossings on foot and by hi-rail
- Measure gauge, cross level, and wear against the applicable standard
- Record defects and recommend priorities for repairs
- Protect track and coordinate with dispatch where required
- Follow up on repairs and keep inspection records current
What to bring
- Track inspection or senior track maintenance experience
- Working knowledge of track standards and defect limits
- Valid driver's licence and availability to travel for rotations
Assets
- Railway rules qualification
- Track inspection certification or training
- Hi-rail truck experience
Apply for this role
Ironhorse works across Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. Include your home region and travel availability. Rotation, start date, and full requirements are confirmed when the team contacts you.
Send your details and resume
Use the application form on any role page, or email the same details with your resume attached. Include the role, your home region, relevant tickets, and when you could start.
Ironhorse confirms the opening
The team confirms whether the role is currently open and what the location, rotation, and start date look like.
Conversation and qualifications
A phone or in-person conversation covers experience, tickets, and travel availability. Railway rules and safety training are arranged where needed.
Start with the crew
New hires start with a crew under a foreman, with equipment and railway training on the job.
Prefer email? Email your resume
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