Conductor/Locomotive Engineer

Socket.dev; Town of Hinton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed schedules

Training programs

Safety culture

Employee ownership

Group life & disability insurances

Health & dental benefits

Best Managed Company

Job summary

Cando is seeking a Conductor/Locomotive Engineer to operate locomotives and provide safe, efficient rail car switching on customer sites and main tracks. The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to rules, and strong safety practices within a 7 days a week, year-round operation.

Candidates should be physically fit, able to work up to 12-hour shifts, and capable of using Excel and Outlook for daily documentation and communications. Previous rail experience is an asset.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing general documentation including safety briefings and switching lists.
• Ability to operate locomotives and perform switching procedures according to rules.
• Physical capability for continuous outdoor work in all weather and lifting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe train movements and operation of the locomotive with proper briefings and protection.
• Follow Canadian Rail Operating Rules and switching procedures during operations.
• Conduct daily locomotive inspections and site inspections as required.
• Complete reports, logs, and other necessary documents.
• Support on-site operations and promote safe work habits.
• Comply with governing rules and promote a positive company image.
• Report safety or equipment issues promptly and maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Collaborate with teammates and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Documentation literacy

Physical fitness

Locomotive Operator & Switchperson

Shift endurance 12h

Excel & Outlook

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Criminal background check

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Industrial operations experience

Rail experience asset

Class 5 driver’s license asset

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Conductor/Locomotive Engineer with Cando are responsible for operating locomotives providing safe and efficient rail car switching services on customer sites and main track. 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.

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!

Job Description

Conductor/Locomotive Engineer with Cando are responsible for operating locomotives providing safe and efficient rail car switching services on customer sites and main track. Working in a customer-oriented environment, the Locomotive Operator must work well in teams to maximize efficiency and safety, while demonstrating a strong initiative and organizational skills.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Ensure safe train movements and operation of the locomotive including conducting clear and concise job briefings and providing protection of train, track, and equipment
• Apply Canadian Rail Operating Rules, Main Track and Non-Main Track rules, special instructions, and switching procedures while operating as a Locomotive Operator including operating switches and derails, coupling and uncoupling rail cars, managing air hoses, applying and releasing handbrakes
• Perform daily locomotive inspections including locomotive brakes and safety devices; some locations you will need to conduct site track and equipment inspections including air brake tests
• Complete daily reports, logs, and other necessary documents
• Support and assist with all aspects of Cando’s operations on site
• Comply with all applicable operating rules, switching procedures and regulations as required by regulators, customer, host railways and Cando; practice and promote safe work habits
• Promptly report all safety, equipment, and track problems; keep the interior of the locomotives, vehicles, and offices safe, clean, and tidy
• Actively participate with the team and provide excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image
• Participate in training or company initiatives as required

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Excellent teamwork and strong customer service skills
• Ability to read and write general documentation including safety briefings, operating 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
• Be willing and able to perform as both a Locomotive Operator and Switchperson
• Be able and willing to work up to 12 hours per shift in all weather conditions during day and night shifts, our sites operate seven (7) days a week, 365 days a year.
• Working knowledge of technology and computer systems with a willingness to use Excel, Outlook, and other web based applications on a daily basis
• Strong problem solving and decision making abilities
• Ability to obtain and maintain required qualifications and Safety Critical Medical clearances including passing Customer and Cando drug and alcohol screening including pre-employment, post incident, and reasonable grounds testing.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Education & Experience

• Grade 12 or GED
• Previous industrial work place or equipment operations experience an asset
• Previous rail experience an asset
• Class 5 drivers license an asset

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 of the level of expertise required in this position.