Equipment Operator

Cando Rail & Terminals; Esterhazy; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules

Technical and Leadership Training Programs

Group Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurances

Flexible Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Ownership Program

Award winning employer status

Job summary

A leading rail service provider is seeking an Equipment Operator in Esterhazy, Saskatchewan. The role involves safe operation and maintenance of rail construction equipment, performing labor tasks, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Candidates must possess required certifications such as Canadian Rail Operating Rules and First Aid/CPR, along with relevant experience in operating heavy equipment. Join our team where safety and teamwork are prioritized!

Qualifications

• Must hold Canadian Rail Operating Rules certification and eRailsafe.
• Experience operating industrial/construction equipment is required.
• Must pass clear drug and alcohol testing.
• Possess valid Class 5 driver’s license and pass drug/alcohol testing.
• First Aid/CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate rail/construction equipment and perform maintenance.
• Perform laboring tasks in various rail projects.
• Maintain and document equipment logs and reports.
• Build relationships with customers and maintain professionalism.
• Complete daily paperwork and reports (LEMS, tracking).
• Transport the team to locations and secure equipment.
• Build professional relationships with customers via phone, radio, or in person.
• Advise when services are needed on truck or equipment; perform daily maintenance.
• Complete daily paperwork and tracking as required.

Skills

Team player

Physical fitness (ability to lift 50 pounds)

Mechanically inclined

Ability to follow instructions

Willingness to adapt to new technologies

Clear drug and alcohol testing

Education

Canadian Rail Operating Rules

First Aid/CPR certification

Class 5 driver's license

Mine site safety certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Experience with heavy equipment

Tools

Excavators

Loaders

Heavy duty equipment

Job description

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!

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 10 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.

Roles & Responsibilities

• 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
• Required to complete daily paperwork which include, LEMS and daily tracking.

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 hold and 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.