Rail Jobs in Delta, BC

Overview:

Join Our Team as a Rail Loader– Make an Impact Today!

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Location: Annacis Island, Delta, BC

Work Hours: Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday, 7: AM – 3: PM

Who We Are

As the sole Auto Terminals operator of the Port of Vancouver, located on Annacis Island, we handle, accessorize, and distribute nearly % of all Asian-manufactured vehicle imports for the Canadian market. We serve more than a dozen of the world’s top auto manufacturers, including Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and more.

Why Join Wallenius Wilhelmsen?

• Super competitive hourly wage - $./hr Rail Loader rate guaranteed ONLY on Sunday (Mon to Thurs, if put in Yard, will be $./hr)
• Additional company-paid % RRSP Contribution (No Matching required)
• % company-paid extended health benefits, medical, dental and vision coverages
• In-depth paid training up to 5-6 weeks
• Collaborative teams and supportive supervisor in a union working environment
• Stability and security - we are an unique global company operating the Auto Processing terminals for The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. Our people have been working for from 5+ up to + years ( and still counting) and keep referring their family and friends to come work for us

Job Description

Here is what an ordinary day of work might look like:

• Perform duties to prepare railcars for shipment such as: opening and closing railcar doors, setting bridge plates, blowing trash out of railcars, chocking vehicles, chock replacement.
• Load and unload vehicles onto railcars in compliance with company quality standards.
• Ensure vehicles are spotted according to customer standards within the rail car.
• Ensure vehicles are properly spaced within the rail and secure vehicles according to customer standards onto outbound railcars.
• May be required to perform repairs or maintenance on safety equipment and rail cars.
• Perform maintenance on buck loader/ramps: including but not limited to lubing the railcars, graphite door tracks, and other moving mechanical parts, etc.
• Perform monthly inspections on bridge plates and paint bridge plates as needed.
• Perform other tasks necessary to maintain the rail yard, such as, picking-up trash, and broken chocks. etc.

Job Requirements

This Role is a Great Fit If You Have

• Minimum Grade education
• Have a valid BC Class 5 (Not L/N) driver's license (a MUST) and a good driving record which can be obtained from ICBC.
• Be able to proficiently drive vehicles with manual AND automatic transmissions.
• Physical requirements: frequent walking, bending, reaching, crouching, balancing, and climbing ladders (at heights of feet), pushing, pulling, and lifting (up to lbs.); also requires periods in confined spaces with low light.
• Be able to work both Sun to Thur AND Tue and Sat shifts
• Work primarily outdoors in all types of weather
• Able to meet production goals, commitment to quality and safe work practices
• Able to listen, comprehend and take direction well
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Positive, "can-do" attitude and strong communication skills
• Dependable and punctual – excellent references required

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply online today! Please submit a copy of your resume and your driver’s license abstract. We look forward to reviewing your application.