Part Time Rail Unloader

Position Title: Rail Unloader Part TimeLocation: 4573 Trussler Rd., Ayr, ON N0B 1E0Shift: 7:00AM to 3:00PM. Monday to Friday, overtime, weekends and holidays as neededStatus: Part Time, no guarantee of hoursPay Rate: $22.00 per hourBenefits: Employee and Family Assistance ProgramType: Vacancy Summary of Position:AWC Operations Canada (AWCC) performs many logistics functions. Some of these are real time yard management, real time data transfers, real time vehicle direct locating, dealer delivery, import / export preparations, rail car preparation and switching, rail car loading and unloading, and extensive assembly plant operations. Rail Unloaders are responsible for off-loading vehicles from bi-level and/or tri-level rail cars, as well as shuttling vehicles within the AWCC yard. Essential Functions, Duties and Tasks:Make sure Blue Flag protection is upEnter and exit the train by climbing down the ladder railings on the outside of the rail carInstall the bridge plates between the rail carsRaise/lower bridge plates as neededPull pins/levers to drop the hinge deck lid, when neededEnsure the loading equipment has been properly inspectedDisconnect and store chock blocksDrive the vehicle from within the rail car, down a loading rampEnsure vehicle is scanned for inventoryPark the vehicle in designated locationMake sure the left tire is parked on the line (inside)Leave at least 10" minimum between bumpersTurn all accessories OFF (e.g., radio, heat, AC, windshield wipers, etc.)Put sun visor in upright positionMake sure all windows are up Put the driver's seat in the back positionPlace the keys in designated areaMake sure seat protection is completely covering the seatMake sure there is floor protection, and it is straightFold in side-view mirrorsComplete and sign all relevant paperworkTurn the vehicle off and exit the vehicle without causing damageCheck vehicles for any damage and report to Supervisor or ManagerRemove bridge platesMaintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment, this includes tooling, work vans, rail yard, etc. Knowledge, Skill and Abilities Required:Exhibit behaviour and conduct that fosters a positive work atmosphereAbility to interact with others effectively and communicate diplomaticallyAbility to read, write and interpret documents (e.g., Safety Data Sheets, locations cards, work orders, vehicle identification numbers, etc.) Ability to effectively react to change and work in a variety of situationsAbility to adhere to quality standards and safe work practicesAbility to work with limited supervisionAbility to use hand tools (e.g., wrench, screwdriver, hammer, etc.) Education, Experience, and Minimum Requirements:High school diploma, or equivalentMinimum 1-year heavy labour experience Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehiclesValid full G driver's license Communicate in English; Ability to read, write and interpret documentsSubject to third party Pre-employment Medical AssessmentSubject to Background check including Driver's Abstract and Criminal Record Check Working Conditions: Work conducted outside in all types of weather, including extreme weather conditionsWork at a fast paceWork in tight spacesPersonal Protective Equipment provided includes safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, hard hat and coveralls This is a physically demanding position, which requires you to:Ability to get in/out of vehicles driver side door with minimal door opening clearance (only 12")Good sense of balance, working at a height of approximately 15 ft. above groundClimbing (climbing up or down a ladder on the side of the rail car to enter or exit the train)Carrying & lifting, including above head (chock blocks weigh 3.5-4 kg/8-9 lbs., bridge plates weigh approx. 23 kg/50 lbs., ratchets weigh 1 kg/2 lbs.)Reaching (bridge plates are passed from below to overhead when placing them on the highest level(s) of the rail carsPushing & pulling (pins on deck lids are pulled out and chock blocks are secured by pushing on a pin with the thumb or finger, with 9 kg/20lbs of force. Ratcheting, tension in the handle at the highest point of tension on the chock block 12 kg/27 lbs.)Gripping (holding steering wheel, gripping rungs of the ladder while climbing using 3-points of contact, grip force while climbing onto the train must be at least ½ of the body weight, holding ratchet handle with hands while tightening requiring a grip force of at least 12 kg/27 lbs.)Stoop, crouch, bend (any worker taller than 160 cm/ 5' 3" must bend the neck and/or body to walk through tri-level rail cars, work with chock blocks on the floor of the rail car)Kneel, squat, crawl (while working with chock blocks and straps)Sitting (driving vehicle)Standing & Walking (working inside rail cars, walking in the yard)Good visual abilityGood hearing abilityAccommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment, hiring and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The company is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds.
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