Equipment Operator/Material Handlers

Cando Rail & Terminals

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Equipment Operator/Material Handlers with Cando are responsible for performing the safe and efficient loading and unloading of product and the flow of frames to proper storage areas of shipping locations. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem-solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture. Cando provides specialized rail operating services, including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, and terminal & transload services. They operate one of the largest locomotive fleets in Canada and are growing.

In this role, Operators will work in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, collaborating in teams to maximize efficiency while demonstrating strong initiative and a safety focus.

Requirements

• Prioritize and perform multiple tasks with the ability to meet daily demands and function in stressful situations
• Ability to operate and perform daily maintenance on forklifts including the ability to change clamps and exchange propane cylinders
• General knowledge of computer systems, business equipment, and shipping documents
• Demonstrate initiative to work with others to foster a respectful workplace
• Physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from truck and forklift and work outside in all weather conditions
• Able to accept new challenges and responsibilities as they arise
• Must be able to hold and maintain required certification

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating forklifts, genie lifts, etc is preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as forklift, genie lift, trackmobile, etc. according to the safety rules and regulations of Cando and its customer
• Maintain inventory by identifying, labelling, and placing frames and supplies in stock and recording locations of inventory
• Locate materials and supplies by pulling and verifying frames listed in production/shipping orders
• Document frames and supplies disposition by recording units delivered and the location of the units (FIFO)
• Prepare stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, placing, loading, scanning, and capping/securing product on truck and/or railcar
• Adhere to all Health and Safety Programs; conduct job hazard analysis, report unsafe working conditions, and ensure they are repaired immediately
• Contribute to team effort by assisting other team members in all functions of the job

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed