Rail & Equipment Operator (Transload Operator)

Torq Energy Logistics Ltd.; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 77,366,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 3 months

Paid training

Year-round full-time employment

Safe, safety-first workplace

Job summary

Torq Transloading in Whitecourt, Alberta, is seeking a dependable Transload Operator for a full-time, year-round role with a Monday–Friday schedule and home every night. This hands-on position works outdoors in a dynamic industrial setting, and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and a fitness assessment.

The role involves loading/unloading products (including HCl and methanol), inspecting equipment, operating systems safely, weighing loads, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Safety-conscious and dependable with ability to work outdoors.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload products, including hydrochloric acid (HCl) and methanol, following procedures.
• Inspect railcars, equipment and work areas before and after operations.
• Operate site equipment and loading systems safely and efficiently.
• Weigh trucks and maintain load information using the Cardinal scale system.
• Complete shipping documentation and operational records accurately.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Dependable

Tools

skid steers

Trackmobiles

Job description

Home Every Night. Monday to Friday. Year-Round Employment.
Looking for a stable career where you can build your future without sacrificing your evenings and weekends?

At Torq Transloading, you'll enjoy full-time, year-round employment, a Monday to Friday schedule, and the opportunity to be home every night. We believe in providing stable work, a strong safety culture, and a supportive team environment where employees can build long-term careers.

Torq Transloading is a trusted leader in energy logistics solutions, providing safe, efficient, and reliable rail and terminal services across Western Canada.

We are currently looking for a dependable, safety-focused Transload Operator to join our team in Whitecourt, Alberta.

This is a hands-on position working primarily outdoors in a dynamic industrial environment. If you enjoy physical work, operating equipment, solving problems, and being part of a close-knit team, we'd like to hear from you.

The successful candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and physical fitness assessment.

Why Join Torq?

Unlike many industrial employers, we offer:

• Monday to Friday schedule, home every night, g uaranteed full-time, year-round employment
• Minimum 40-hour work week with additional overtime opportunities
• Competitive starting wage ($27 - $30/hour)
• Health and dental benefits after 3 months
• Paid training and ongoing development
• Stable work with a growing company
• A safety-first workplace where employees are valued

What You'll Do

As a Transload Operator, you will:

• Safely load and unload products, including hydrochloric acid (HCl) and methanol, following established operating procedures.
• Inspect railcars, trucks, equipment and work areas before and after operations.
• Operate site equipment and loading systems safely and efficiently.
• Weigh trucks and maintain load information using the Cardinal scale system.
• Complete shipping documentation, rail paperwork and operational records accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Identify and report equipment issues, hazards and operational concerns.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and communicate operational needs.
• Work closely with fellow Operators, Administration and the Terminal Manager to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Assist with general terminal operations and other duties as required.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is dependable, safety-conscious and enjoys working outdoors.

Ideal qualifications include:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and physical fitness assessment.
• Previous industrial, construction, agricultural or heavy labour experience.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Experience operating equipment such as skid steers or trackmobiles is considered an asset.
• H2S Alive, First Aid and TDG certifications are considered assets.
• Basic computer skills and comfort with data entry.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.

No formal education is required. We are prepared to train the right individual.

Physical Requirements

This role requires an individual who is comfortable performing physically demanding work.

You must be able to:

• Lift, push, pull and climb as required.
• Work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.
• Perform repetitive physical tasks safely throughout the workday.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a long-term career with a company that values safety, teamwork and reliability—and offers the stability of being home every night—we encourage you to apply.

Torq is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.