Train Conductor

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. • Jarvis, ON

4h • CA$35 - CA$44 • Onsite

About The Position

The conductor will perform yard work such as switching cars, making or splitting up trains, and moving cars. The employee will be a member of a train crew that will perform work in the rail yards or travel to various locations with the train to service clients.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• Able to adapt to different situations: work schedule, being on call, over time, tasks to accomplish, etc.
• Must be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be prepared to work on call 24/7, weekends, shifts.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Undergo a comprehensive background check, including physical examination, drug screening, criminal record verification, and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

• Have experience or is a qualified conductor (important asset).

Responsibilities

• Manages and controls the movements of the cars by using lantern, hand and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up or set or release air brakes.
• Operates track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railway; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties.
• Apply and release hand breaks to perform movements.
• Follows the lists of work, respecting the order of those cars on the train.
• Prepares required daily reports and switch lists, manually or electronically.
• Inspects the condition of the train.
• Follows and complies with the various rules, railway safety procedure and standards of Transport Canada.
• Interacts with the railway authorities.
• Work safely.
• Other related tasks.

Benefits

• A Group Insurance Program a comprehensive coverage including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.
• Telemedicine Services to our employees and their families.
• Fitness Allowance to promote your health, mental health and wellness.
• Retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to your RRSP).
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
• An employee and family assistance program - EFAP.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED