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OperatorRailWorks Corporation • Guelph, ON, CA
Operator

Operator

RailWorks Corporation • Guelph, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Foreman or designate, the Operator performs a variety of tasks related to the operation of heavy construction and maintenance of way equipment in the construction and signal maintenance of track.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

  • · Operates heavy construction equipment to move, load or unload materials.

    · Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures.

    · Installs equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures.

    · Performs equipment safety, maintenance checks and routine repairs.

    · Repairs and maintains equipment, making emergency adjustments as necessary.

    · Signals directions or warnings to coworkers.

    · Coordinates machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.

    · Locates underground services, such as pipes and wires, prior to beginning work.

    · Takes actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.

    · Keeps records of material and equipment usage and problems encountered.

    · Pushes other equipment when extra traction or assistance if required;

    · Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • · Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

    · Minimum one year experience operating heavy equipment in a construction environment.

    · Valid AZ Driver’s License and a clean driver’s license.

    · Ability to understand and follow instructions; read and interpret document such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, construction specifications, and procedure manuals.

    · Knowledge of and ability to adhere to safety requirements and procedures.

    · Ability to pass pre-employment background checks including drug screening.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • · Standing and walking around the project site

    · Frequent bending, lifting, digging, shoveling and moving of objects on site.

    · Loud noise

    · Field environment and subject to all weather conditions.

    · Working in and around live commuter trains, high voltage, confined space, safety sensitive cabling

    · Day, evening, night and weekend shift work

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.

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