Equipment Operator

Cando Rail & Terminals; Brandon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance with fixed schedules

Training programs

Safety culture

Employee ownership program

Group life Insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Cando Rail & Terminals is seeking Equipment Operators to safely load/unload products and manage the flow of frames at various shipping sites. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to CROR and COR, and teamwork in outdoor environments.

Ideal candidates will have Canadian Rail Operating Rules familiarity, eRailsafe, mine site safety certification, a valid Class 5 license, and the ability to pass drug/alcohol testing. Training and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• CROR certification required.
• eRailsafe and mine site safety certifications required.
• First Aid/CPR preferred.
• Class 5 driver’s license; valid drug/alcohol testing clearance required.
• Experience operating industrial/construction equipment; heavy equipment a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate rail/construction equipment and perform maintenance; keep equipment logs updated.
• Perform labour tasks on rail projects and track construction.
• Use track tools safely; maintain hand tools and equipment.
• Participate in daily job briefings and report findings.
• Maintain journals, fuel reports and maintenance documents as required by the department; complete daily paperwork.
• Transport the team to locations; load and secure equipment for transport.
• Engage with customers professionally by phone, radio, or in person.
• Advise when services are needed and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Team player

Physically fit

Lift 50 lbs regularly

Follow instructions

Mechanically inclined

Safety compliance

Valid driver’s license

Mine site safety

Drug/alcohol screening

Education

CROR certification

eRailsafe

Mine site safety certification

First Aid/CPR

Class 5 driver’s license

Tools

Track tools

Job description

Job Category: Infrastructure/Construction/Rail Maintenance

Requisition Number: EQUIP001677

• Posted : July 27, 2026
• Full-Time

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Equipment Operator with Cando are responsible for performing the safe and efficient loading and unloading of product and the flow of frames to proper storage areas of shipping locations. 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!

• 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
• Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

Job Description

Operators with Cando operate machinery safely to perform a variety of tasks related to railway projects, track construction, and material handling. The Operator ensures safety is a high priority at all times and procedures are respected and followed as per CROR and COR regulations.

• Safely operate rail/construction equipment; perform equipment maintenance and keep equipment log books updated
• Perform labouring tasks involved in various rail related projects
• Use track tools safely and efficiently; be responsible for and maintain supplied hand tools for equipment maintenance
• Participate in daily job briefings
• Maintain necessary journals, fuel reports and maintenance documents as required by the Department; properly complete daily paperwork and submit accordingly
• Transport the team to and from various locations; load the equipment and secure for transport
• Build relationships with the customer; interface in a proper and professional manner with the customer via phone, radio, or in person
• Advise when services are needed on truck or equipment; perform daily maintenance on equipment

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Able to work as a team player and take direction from foremen and supervisors
• Be physically fit with the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Understand, record, and apply oral and written instructions; document work activities, and prepare required reports or work orders
• Mechanically inclined; capable of performing troubleshooting and maintenance
• Willingness to adapt to new technological changes and improvements and participate in training and self-development programs; track and document training and attain required signatures for training completion
• Ability to holdand maintain clear drug and alcohol testing; hold and maintain a valid driver's license and mine site safety course

Education & Experience

• Must be able to hold and maintain Canadian Rail Operating Rules, eRailsafe (including criminal background check), mine site safety certification, class 5 driver's license, clear drug and alcohol testing, and First Aid/CPR
• Experience operating various industrial/construction equipment including excavators, loaders and other heavy duty equipment; experience with specialized rail equipment 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.