Thermite Welder

Join Our Team as a Thermite Welder

Location: OntarioCompany: Universal Rail Solutions Inc.Employment: Full-Time, Unionized Role

Hourly Rate: $41.79

Ready to Help Build and Maintain Canada’s Railways?

If you're an experienced railway welder who takes pride in quality workmanship, safety, and precision, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is seeking a Thermite Welder to support railway construction, maintenance, and infrastructure renewal projects across Ontario. In this role, you'll perform critical rail welding activities while helping ensure the safety, reliability, and integrity of Canada's railway network.

Who We Are

At Universal Rail Solutions Inc., we keep Canada's railways moving — safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We work coast-to-coast across every railway sector and project size, delivering exceptional value and service excellence to our clients.

Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!

The Opportunity

As a Thermite Welder, you will be responsible for performing high-quality thermite welding and related rail welding activities in support of railway construction, maintenance, and repair projects.

This unionized role requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance while working in accordance with company procedures, railway standards, regulatory requirements, and the applicable collective agreement. You will work in a dynamic field environment, supporting projects at multiple locations while helping maintain the safe operation of Canada's rail infrastructure.

What You'll Do

Perform thermite welding of rail joints in accordance with approved railway procedures and specifications

Prepare rail ends, molds, and welding materials prior to welding activities

Conduct pre-weld and post-weld inspections, including grinding and finishing of welds

Operate welding, cutting, grinding, and measuring equipment safely and effectively

Ensure compliance with:

Transport Canada regulations

Ontario OHSA requirements

Railway standards

Company safety policies and procedures

Participate in job briefings, hazard assessments, and safety meetings

Maintain accurate documentation related to welding activities and inspections

Assist with track maintenance and construction activities as required under the collective agreement

Inspect, maintain, and care for welding tools and equipment

Work collaboratively with Forepersons, Track Maintenance crews, and other unionized employees

Report unsafe conditions, incidents, hazards, or defects immediately to supervision

Perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring

Certified or qualified Thermite Welder with railway-recognized certification or equivalent experience

Minimum 2 years of railway thermite welding experience preferred

Strong knowledge of rail welding procedures, tolerances, and quality standards

Ability to read and interpret:

Work instructions

Technical drawings

Specifications

Strong attention to detail and commitment to workmanship quality

Ability to work effectively in a unionized environment

Effective communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision once qualified

Adaptability to changing schedules, job sites, and working conditions

Physical ability to perform demanding field work, including:

Lifting

Bending

Kneeling

Standing for extended periods

Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence, or ability to obtain

Willingness to obtain and maintain union membership

What We Offer

Competitive pay

Union membership with a comprehensive benefits program

Growth and advancement opportunities where available

The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture

Apply Today!

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A.I. may be used in the grading of candidates for selection purposes.

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