Rail Loader Oakville

JOB DESCRIPTION Department:Rail Job Title:Rail Loader Facility:Oakville Reports to:Terminal Manager AWC Operations Canada (AWCC) performs many logistics functions. Some of these are real time yard management, real time data transfers, real time vehicle direct locating, dealer delivery, import / export preparations, rail car preparation and switching, rail car loading and unloading, and extensive assembly plant operations. Summary of Position:Rail Loaders are responsible for driving customers finished product onto bi-level and/or tri-level rail cars and securing the vehicles for transportation, as well as shuttling vehicles within the AWCC yard. This document is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the position and does not entail a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that will be required for this position. In addition, these activities, duties, or responsibilities may change and will be periodically updated. Essential Functions, Duties and Tasks:Ensure all required rail yard safety measures and protections are in place before starting work.Install and remove bridge plates between the rail cars as required.Move, position, stage, and load vehicles within the yard and railcars in accordance with established procedures.Park and stage vehicles following established quality standards.Safely perform vehicle loading and unloading activities.Secure vehicles for transport using approved methods, equipment, and quality standards.Safely access, move throughout, and exit railcars, including climbing ladders and working at elevated heights as required.Conduct pre-use inspections of loading equipment and report any issues or concerns.Check vehicles for damage and report findings to a Supervisor or Manager.Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment, this includes tooling, work vans, rail yard, etc.Work and communicate effectively with team members and supervision to support daily operations.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge, Skill and AbilitiesExhibit behaviour and conduct that fosters a positive work atmosphereAbility to interact with others effectively and communicate diplomaticallyAbility to read, write and interpret documents (e.g., Safety Data Sheets, locations cards, work orders, vehicle identification numbers, etc.) Ability to effectively react to change and work in a variety of situationsAbility to adhere to quality standards and safe work practicesAbility to work with limited supervisionAbility to use hand tools (e.g., wrench, screwdriver, hammer, etc.) Education, Experience, and Minimum Requirements:High school diploma, or equivalentMinimum 1-year heavy labour experience Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehiclesValid full G driver's license Communicate in English; Ability to read, write and interpret documentsSubject to third party Pre-employment Medical AssessmentSubject to Background check including Driver's Abstract and Criminal Record Check Minimum Tools Used:Hand Tools (e.g., ratchet, wrench, screwdriver, hammer, etc.)Seal cutterBreaker barKeysVehiclesPens, PencilsBarcode Scanner Chemicals involved with:Brake FluidGasoline Isopropyl Alcohol Anti-freezeMotor OilRefrigerantTransmission Fluids Cleaning Supplies Hydraulic FluidCoolantAlkaline Batteries Working Conditions: Work conducted outside in all types of weather, including extreme weather conditionsWork at a fast paceWork in tight spacesPersonal Protective Equipment provided includes safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, hard hat and coveralls This is a physically demanding position, which requires you to:Ability to get in/out of vehicles driver side door with minimal door opening clearance (only 12")Good sense of balance, working at a height of approximately 15 ft. above groundClimbing (climbing up or down a ladder on the side of the rail car to enter or exit the train)Carrying & lifting, including above head (chock blocks weigh 3.5-4 kg/8-9 lbs., bridge plates weigh approx. 23 kg/50 lbs., ratchets weigh 1 kg/2 lbs.)Reaching (bridge plates are passed from below to overhead when placing them on the highest level(s) of the rail carsPushing & pulling (pins on deck lids are pulled out and chock blocks are secured by pushing on a pin with the thumb or finger, with 9 kg/20lbs of force. Ratcheting, tension in the handle at the highest point of tension on the chock block 12 kg/27 lbs.)Gripping (holding steering wheel, gripping rungs of the ladder while climbing using 3-points of contact, grip force while climbing onto the train must be at least ½ of the body weight, holding ratchet handle with hands while tightening requiring a grip force of at least 12 kg/27 lbs.)Stoop, crouch, bend (any worker taller than 160 cm/ 5' 3" must bend the neck and/or body to walk through tri-level rail cars, work with chock blocks on the floor of the rail car)Kneel, squat, crawl (while working with chock blocks and straps)Sitting (driving vehicle)Standing & Walking (working inside rail cars, walking in the yard)Good visual abilityGood hearing ability Physical Demands Analysis:Demand% of timeDescriptionStanding15Working in railcar securing vehiclesWalking15Walking to the waiting point for shuttle vanSitting15During transport by shuttle vanStepping15Getting in/out of shuttle van, climbing laddersBalancing4Entering and exiting vehicles, swing out to ladderStooping 8Inspecting vehicles, securing blocks to vehiclesKneeling8Securing blocks to vehiclesCrouching5Securing blocks to vehiclesCrawling2Securing blocks to vehiclesReaching8Setting/removing bridge platesHandling5Setting/removing bridge plates Up to Lbs. Lifting50Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decksCarrying50Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decksPushing50Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decksPulling50Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decks Required Y/N SpeakingYCommunication with associates, supervisorHearingYCommunication with associates, supervisorSeeingYDrivingDepth perceptionYDriving, parkingColor VisionYSignage Accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment, hiring and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The company is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds.

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