Careers

Posting Date: December 2 – December 31, 2025

Company Operating Name:

Ultra-Traxx, Inc.

Business Address:

11941 28 Street NE, Edmonton, Alberta T6S 1B6

On Site Address:

11941 28 Street NE, Edmonton, Alberta T6S 1B6

Travel to client and work sites will be required.

Title:

Chief Operator, Ultrasonic Rail Testing

Job Description:

As a Chief Operator, you’ll have the unique opportunity to traverse the country’s expansive rail network, helping to ensure the safety of the nation’s infrastructure one journey at a time. Whether you’re uncovering flaws in the heart of a busy metropolis or navigating rugged terrains in remote regions, every mile travelled will safeguard communities and leave a lasting impact on the transportation industry.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain rail flaw detection equipment (including ultrasonic and other Non-destructive Testing (NDT) equipment) to identify defects in railroad tracks.
• Conduct thorough examinations of railroad tracks using ultrasonic testing techniques and recommend improvements and corrective actions.
• Perform all functions of flaw detection processes, including data collection, analysis, and prepare investigative reports of findings.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards throughout testing procedures.
• Recommend improvements to equipment or operational changes that will impact performance and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of examination results and equipment maintenance activities.
• Participate in training programs to stay updated on the latest testing techniques and equipment.
• Transfer specialized knowledge to planned technical hires and train employees to perform necessary functions of ultrasonic inspection of railroad tracks.
• Providing guidance in strategic provisioning planning to project team and end-users.
• Leveraging problem-solving skills to ensure project plans deliver on intent and maintain key project documentation.
• Communicate with clients regarding job objectives.

Qualifications:

• Level 2 Non-destructive Testing (NDT) Certificate
• Previous experience in quality control and assurance, auditing, and training, ideally in the rail industry, or oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining rail flaw detection equipment.
• Valid Class 3 driver’s license
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work in outdoor environments and travel as needed.
• Passport or dual citizenship would be considered an asset.

Terms of Employment:

• Job type: permanent, full-time (40 hours per week).
• Salary: $38 CAD hourly.
• Language: English.
• Travel requirements: extensive travel to Canadian provinces and territories or U.S. states are to be expected.
• Physical requirements: position will be physically demanding at times. Successful applicant may be expected to work in extreme weather conditions (cold, hot, wet/damp) and safety sensitive environments, including uneven surfaces, in a variety of settings (urban, rural, remote areas). Applicant may be required to lift and push-pull heavy materials and ascend and descend various heights.

Benefits

Supplemental benefits package includes dental, disability, health care, paramedical services, vision care, life insurance, long-term care insurance, maternity and parental benefits, and paid time off.

Contact Information

Leyna Morrison, HR Manager

11941 28 Street NE, Edmonton, Alberta T6S 1B6

(780) 395-5995

To apply, please email your resume to careers@petrotraxx.ca