Job Description
Job Description
The Transload Operator is responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car loading and unloading of various products and commodities. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!
Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!
Cando Advantages
- Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
- Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
- Award Winning Safety Culture
- Employee Ownership Program
- Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
- Flexible Health & Dental Benefits
- Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!
Job Description
The Transload Operator is responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car loading and unloading of various products and commodities. Working in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, the incumbents must work well in teams to maximize efficiency and safety, while demonstrating a strong initiative and organizational skills
Roles & Responsibilities
When working as a Transload Operator, the incumbent is responsible to :
Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure the proper loading of customer products.Provide protection of train, track, and equipmentPerform plant and equipment inspections and tests including completing daily inspection and testing of the equipment safety devicesEnsure railcars are properly equipped for the loading / unloading of customers’ commodities, including transportation of dangerous goodsCommunicate with the switching crews and operations for the safe and efficient transfer of the customers productAll employees are responsible to perform any of the duties identified for Transload Operator at any time once trained and qualified in the position. Other responsibilities include :
Keeping the interior of the equipment and work environment safe, clean, and tidyPromptly reporting all safety, equipment, and track problems to the Team Lead and / or ManagerCompleting daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessaryExerting “best effort” to protect human life, human safety and company propertyActively participating with the team and providing excellent customer service while promoting a superior company imageParticipating in training or company initiatives as requiredSkills, Knowledge, & Abilities
Excellent teamwork skills; strong customer service skillsAbility to read and write general documentation including safety briefings, policy andprocedure manuals, and switching lists
Physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from a railcar on acontinuous basis, able to lift and twist air hoses, able to secure rail car brakes, derails, and switches
Knowledge with technology and computer systems with a willingness to use Exceland Outlook daily
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilitiesAbility to obtain CROR certification and maintain clear drug & alcohol clearancethroughout their employment
Be willing and able to work in all weather conditionsEducation & Experience
Experienced Railcar Loading is an assetExperience working in heavy construction, industrial or rail environmentExperience operating with safety management systemsNote : This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position