Shuttle Train Operator

American Iron & Metal (AIM); Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 51,577,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Group insurance

RRSP with employer contribution

Permanent full-time position

EAP & telemedicine

Safety boots provided

Training on equipment & recycling ops

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) in Montréal-Est, QC, is seeking motivated individuals for a full-time railcar operations role. Work Monday to Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., under the foreman’s supervision in reception, movement, and preparation of railcars on site.

You’ll load and secure materials, shuttle railcars, and ensure safety checks and load compliance. Prior manufacturing and heavy equipment experience is preferred, with welding knowledge considered an asset.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, cranes, and shuttle trains.
• Strong understanding of health and safety standards and applying them rigorously.
• Autonomous, responsible, and conscientious in daily work.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Receive railcars and operate shuttle train to position them on tracks.
• Load materials into railcars using appropriate machinery and weigh to ensure proper load.
• Maintain tracks, switches, and pivot points, including cleaning and lubrication.
• Cut oversized metal parts using a torch following safety procedures.
• Perform safety checks before and after using rail equipment.
• Carry out related tasks as required by operations or supervisor directives.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Autonomy

Health & safety

Welding (asset)

Tools

Loader

Crane

Shuttle train

Job description

Company Description
American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees andthe ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Company Description
American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees andthe ongoing trust and support of our customers.
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the yearsevolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metalrecycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing ofsolder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial andmining products.
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, moresustainable future for all.
It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.
What we offer!

• Competitive salary, group insurance, and RRSP with employer contribution;
• Permanent full-time position;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and 24/7 telemedicine;
• New steel-toe safety boots provided upon hire;
• Training provided on equipment and recycling operations;
• Tools, support, and opportunities for professional development;
• AIM tuition assistance program ;
• Dynamic, stimulating, and pleasant work environment.

Job Description
We are currently looking for motivated individuals to join our team in Montréal-Est, Québec, from Monday to Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. You will work under the supervision of the foreman in the reception, movement, and preparation of railcars on site.
What you’re responsible for:

• Receive railcars upon arrival and operate the shuttle train to position them on the tracks.
• Load materials into railcars using appropriate machinery and weigh the railcars to ensure proper load compliance.
• Maintain the tracks, switches, and pivot points in good working order, including regular cleaning and lubrication.
• Cut oversized metal parts using a torch, while following all safety procedures.
• Perform safety checks before and after using rail equipment.
• Carry out other related tasks as required by operational needs or supervisor directives.

Qualifications
To join our team:

• You have experience in a manufacturing environment and in operating heavy equipment (loaders, cranes, shuttle trains).
• You have a solid understanding of health and safety standards and apply them rigorously.
• You are autonomous, responsible, and conscientious in your daily work.
• You have a strong aptitude for teamwork and collaboration.
• You are comfortable working outdoors, regardless of weather conditions.
• You have experience or knowledge in welding — an appreciated asset.