Rail Loader

Wallenius Wilhelmsen; Delta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

RRSP contribution

Health benefits

Paid training

Union-friendly environment

Job stability

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen on Annacis Island in Delta, BC is hiring a Rail Loader for a permanent full-time role. The job, with Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, involves preparing railcars, loading/unloading vehicles, and keeping accurate placement and safety standards. You’ll work in a union environment with paid training and solid benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum grade 12 education.
• Valid BC Class 5 driver's license and good driving record.
• Able to drive manual and automatic transmissions.
• Physically capable to lift up to 60 lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Able to work Sun–Thu or Tue–Sat shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare railcars for shipment by opening/closing doors and setting bridge plates, and secure vehicles.
• Load and unload vehicles onto railcars compliant with quality standards.
• Ensure vehicles are spotted and spaced properly within the rail car.
• Secure vehicles onto outbound railcars and maintain safety practices.
• May perform maintenance on safety equipment, rail cars, buck loaders/ramps.
• Perform monthly inspections and paint bridge plates as needed.
• Maintain the rail yard and assist with cleanup tasks.

Skills

Valid BC Class 5 driver's license

Manual transmission

Automatic transmission

Education

Grade 12 education

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Rail Loader– Make an Impact Today!

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Location: Annacis Island, Delta, BC

Work Hours: Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Who We Are

Wallenius Wilhelmsen (WW) is a global leader in shipping and logistics, with over 155 years of experience and almost 10,000 employees across 29 countries. In Vancouver, we operate one of Canada’s premier vehicle processing terminals, employing over 300 union and exempt staff.

As the sole Auto Terminals operator of the Port of Vancouver, located on Annacis Island, we handle, accessorize, and distribute nearly 100% of all Asian-manufactured vehicle imports for the Canadian market. We serve more than a dozen of the world’s top auto manufacturers, including Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and more.

Why Join Wallenius Wilhelmsen?

• Super competitive hourly wage - $37.92/hr Rail Loader rate guaranteed ONLY on Sunday (Mon to Thurs, if put in Yard, will be $33.45/hr)


• Additional company-paid 15% RRSP Contribution (No Matching required)


• 100% company-paid extended health benefits, medical, dental and vision coverages


• In-depth paid training up to 5-6 weeks


• Collaborative teams and supportive supervisor in a union working environment


• Stability and security - we are an unique global company operating the Auto Processing terminals for The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. Our people have been working for from 5+ up to 30+ years ( and still counting) and keep referring their family and friends to come work for us

Job Description

Here is what an ordinary day of work might look like:

• Perform duties to prepare railcars for shipment such as: opening and closing railcar doors, setting bridge plates, blowing trash out of railcars, chocking vehicles, chock replacement.


• Load and unload vehicles onto railcars in compliance with company quality standards.


• Ensure vehicles are spotted according to customer standards within the rail car.


• Ensure vehicles are properly spaced within the rail and secure vehicles according to customer standards onto outbound railcars.


• May be required to perform repairs or maintenance on safety equipment and rail cars.


• Perform maintenance on buck loader/ramps: including but not limited to lubing the railcars, graphite door tracks, and other moving mechanical parts, etc.


• Perform monthly inspections on bridge plates and paint bridge plates as needed.


• Perform other tasks necessary to maintain the rail yard, such as, picking-up trash, and broken chocks. etc.

Job Requirements

This Role is a Great Fit If You Have

• Minimum Grade 12 education


• Have a valid BC Class 5 (Not L/N) driver's license (a MUST) and a good driving record which can be obtained from ICBC.


• Be able to proficiently drive vehicles with manual AND automatic transmissions.


• Physical requirements: frequent walking, bending, reaching, crouching, balancing, and climbing ladders (at heights of 20 feet), pushing, pulling, and lifting (up to 60 lbs.); also requires periods in confined spaces with low light.


• Be able to work both Sun to Thur AND Tue and Sat shifts


• Work primarily outdoors in all types of weather


• Able to meet production goals, commitment to quality and safe work practices


• Able to listen, comprehend and take direction well


• Able to work both independently and as part of a team


• Positive, \"can-do\" attitude and strong communication skills


• Dependable and punctual – excellent references required