Terminal Operators are responsible to perform tasks that support the operations in a safe and environmentally sensitive customer service driven environment. 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!

Cando Advantages

· 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!

Terminal Operators are responsible to perform tasks that support the operations in a safe and environmentally sensitive customer service driven environment. This position is responsible for carrying out the activities that support rail and transload operations, maintenance, and regulatory compliance for the facility. Incumbents must work well in teams in challenging conditions to maximize safety, reliability, and cost-effective delivery of service to the customer.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair site facilities in a safe, efficient, cost effective and environmentally sound manner
• Prepare rail tank cars for offloading, ensure rail cars are properly secured and connected for the transloading of dangerous goods
• Troubleshoot a broad spectrum of technical issues - operational alarms, shutdowns and disruptions as they arise and initiate steps to resolution
• Ensure periodic preventative maintenance activities are completed on a mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment
• Complete daily paperwork, inspections, daily logs and other reports deemed necessary, along with receiving and shipping paperwork
• General site maintenance, cleaning, housekeeping and snow removal when required

Skills, Knowledge & Responsibilities

• Excellent teamwork skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to read and write general documentation including safety briefings, policy and procedure manuals, and switching lists
• Physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from a railcar on a continuous basis, able to lift and twist air hoses, able to secure rail car brakes, derails, and switches, able to work in all weather conditions
• Knowledge of technology and computer systems with a willingness to use Excel and Outlook on a daily basis
• Strong problem solving and decision making abilities
• Ability to obtain certification and medical clearances including clear drug & alcohol testing
• Willing and able to work in a labour intensive position in all weather conditions for 12 hour shifts; facility operates 365 days per year

Education & Experience

• Valid Canadian Rail Operating Rules certification is an asset
• Valid driver's license is required
• Experience as an operator or groundsperson an asset
• Training in handling dangerous goods and working with petroleum products

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand the level of expertise required in this position.