Equipment Operator - RUM

Herzog

28d

About The Position

Herzog Railroad Services of Canada, Ltd. is currently looking for experienced Equipment Operators with a Class 1 Driver License and Air Brake Endorsement to operate and maintain our fleet of specialty rail maintenance equipment. This unique career opportunity is ideally suited for “Road Warriors” interested in nationwide travel. This career opportunity requires extensive travel throughout Canada. Our operators work alongside CN and CP Railroads across Canada. Our employees go wherever and whenever needed to ensure the highest customer satisfaction and quality work. Our employees receive paid training, daily travel allowance, and a competitive salary, as well as a supplemental benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous equipment operating experience required (excavator, farm tractor, truck driving).
Must provide steel toe boots (safety vest, glasses and hardhat provided).
Must be able to cover travel expenses (if required) until 1st paycheck is processed (approximately 7-10 after start date).
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on annual basis.
Pass and maintain e-RAILSAFE pre-employment background check and safety certification.
Subject to Driver’s Abstract report review.
Maintain valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
This position requires you to pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Nice To Haves

Agriculture background/farm equipment background preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
Previous Railroad experience is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate specialized heavy equipment
Drive a commercial 5 axle semi-truck/trailer.
Work day, night and/or weekend shifts
Be on call and ready to mobilize in short notice.
Drive lengthy distances to reach jobsites (coast to coast travel potential)
Work in sometimes remote locations
Perform routine mechanical maintenance to equipment
Perform light duty mechanical diagnostics and repairs (hoses, fittings, wiring, fuses, etc.)
Use of laptop and Microsoft Office products daily, as well as proprietary software
Use of wireless internet devices, touch screen devices and email.
Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
Other duties as assigned