Rail Yard Transload Operator

The Seaboard Transport Group


Date: 1 week ago
City: Grande Prairie, AB
Contract type: Part time
Seaboard Bulk Terminals is equipped to handle truck-to-rail or rail-to-truck movements. With an on-site government scale, on-site tank storage, and full-service project management and logistic support, we ensure your inventory is handled in a safe, reliable, and environmentally safe way, compliant with all OH&S requirements.

As part of a family-owned group of companies the members of Seaboard Bulk Terminals work together as a unit filled with transportation enthusiasts on the road, on the ground and in the office. Join us today as we are currently hiring a Rail Yard Transload Operator - Level 3 based in Grande Prairie, AB.

All duties and responsibilities below are in no particular order as may be defined as per safe and efficient operational process

Rail Yard Labourer/Transload Operator Level 3

  • Requirements for but not limited to Rail Yard Transload Labourer Level 3
  • answers directly to the Terminal Manager
  • A positive attitude and the ability to work in a team environment in a safety oriented atmosphere ,be able to follow JHA’s and SWP’s,be willing to take site specific and legislated training to comply with both company and government guidelines
  • job requires physical lifting, bending, twisting
  • This Job requires working outside in the elements-can be hot-cold-wet-dark
  • punctuality is a must
  • a minimum of a class 5 licence with reliable transportation to and from work
  • a mechanically inclined background is beneficial
  • equipment operating experience considered an asset and beneficial
  • will be working a regular 40 hour week schedule with some weekends and call outs
  • Once trained to SBT SafeWorkProcedure’s ,will be expected to work independently with minimal supervision if needed
  • attend monthly safety meetings , and daily toolbox meetings
  • bring any and all safety or job hazards concerns to the Terminal Manager as per JHA and Hazard I.D. documentation
  • will be able to follow both written and oral directions and carry out tasks as described by Terminal Manager
  • perform manual labour such as but not limited to housekeeping, cutting grass, shoveling, painting, general upkeep etc.

Learn And Implement Proper Procedures For

  • opening / closing rail cars
  • opening and closing track/removing de rails/cleaning switches/blue flag/red flag requirements
  • weigh in / out trucks
  • fill out and complete scale tickets
  • load dry bulk trucks from rail/unload dry bulk trucks in Fertilizer shed
  • help drivers with offload at offsite customer locations
  • load / unload fluid trucks-from tank farm /to tank farm
  • help move rail cars
  • assist in hooking up / rigging out boiler hoses
  • operate various yard equipment such as but not limited to:rail car opener,hydraulic jacks,basic hand tools,hammers,pry bars, mowers,snow blower,weed whacker,water pump ,diesel and gas loader(pump)
  • have a willingness to learn proper operating procedure of all railyard machinery including but not limited: front end loader,rail car mover,skidsteer etc

Why Choose Seaboard?

  • Competitive wages
  • $1,000 Sign On Bonus!
  • Comprehensive benefit packages
  • Year-round, stable work
  • Innovative organization, evolving and growing with the market

To apply please submit your resume via this ad.

We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

For candidates who require accommodation for disabilities through the application and hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] or 902-468-4447 to access support.

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