Rail Loader

Wallenius Wilhelmsen; Delta; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company, Wallenius Wilhelmsen is hiring a Rail Loader in Delta, BC. The role involves loading vehicles onto railcars, ensuring safety and quality standards while providing competitive wages and benefits, including paid training and long-term job security.

Benefits

Company-paid 15% RRSP contribution

100% company-covered health benefits

In-depth paid training up to 5-6 weeks

Stable working environment

Qualifications

• Must have a valid BC Class 5 driver's license and a good driving record.
• Work involved in manual tasks like loading/unloading and vehicle maintenance.
• Previous experience in construction or similar physical jobs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare railcars for shipment including opening and closing railcar doors.
• Load and secure vehicles onto railcars according to standards.
• Perform maintenance and inspections on equipment.

Skills

Driving skills (manual and automatic)

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 education

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Overview

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

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, 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 - $35.11/ hour (***Rail Loader rate guaranteed only on Sunday).
• 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
• Previous experiences in construction, roofing, landscaping, warehouse, truck delivery preferred
• Work is 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
  
  

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply online today! Please submit a copy of your resume and your driver’s license abstract. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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