Equipment Operator

Cando Rail & Terminals • St. Thomas, ON

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Equipment Operator 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. 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! Operators with Cando operate machinery safely to perform a variety of tasks related to railway projects, track construction, and material handling. The Operator ensures safety is a high priority at all times and procedures are respected and followed as per CROR and COR regulations.

Requirements

• Able to work as a team player and take direction from foremen and supervisors
• Be physically fit with the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Understand, record, and apply oral and written instructions; document work activities, and prepare required reports or work orders
• Mechanically inclined; capable of performing troubleshooting and maintenance
• Willingness to adapt to new technological changes and improvements and participate in training and self-development programs; track and document training and attain required signatures for training completion
• Ability to hold and maintain clear drug and alcohol testing
• Hold and maintain a valid driver's license
• Hold and maintain mine site safety course
• Must be able to hold and maintain Canadian Rail Operating Rules
• Must be able to hold and maintain eRailsafe (including criminal background check)
• Must be able to hold and maintain mine site safety certification
• Must be able to hold and maintain class 5 driver's license
• Must be able to hold and maintain First Aid/CPR
• Experience operating various industrial/construction equipment including excavators, loaders and other heavy duty equipment

Nice To Haves

• experience with specialized rail equipment an asset

Responsibilities

• Safely operate rail/construction equipment; perform equipment maintenance and keep equipment log books updated
• Perform labouring tasks involved in various rail related projects
• Use track tools safely and efficiently; be responsible for and maintain supplied hand tools for equipment maintenance
• Participate in daily job briefings
• Maintain necessary journals, fuel reports and maintenance documents as required by the Department; properly complete daily paperwork and submit accordingly
• Transport the team to and from various locations; load the equipment and secure for transport
• Build relationships with the customer; interface in a proper and professional manner with the customer via phone, radio, or in person
• Advise when services are needed on truck or equipment; perform daily maintenance on equipment

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
• Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees