Spare Express Freight Services Worker

Ontario Northland; Cochrane; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation services provider in Cochrane is seeking a Spare Express Freight Services Worker. The role involves maintaining inventory records, handling freight, and providing customer services. Candidates should have a secondary school diploma or GED, be able to lift heavy weights, and be available for varying shifts. Fluency in English, French, and Cree is preferred. Competitive pay starts at $22.72/hour, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Paid personal leave days

Discounted transportation

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures.
• Available for shift work and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory records for freight activities.
• Communicate with customers to provide shipping details.
• Perform warehouse duties and handle freight.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in French

Fluent in Cree

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Secondary school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Motorized warehousing equipment

Job description

POSITION: Spare Express Freight Services Worker

REPORTS TO: Supervisor Express and Heavy Freight

DEPARTMENT: Rail Transportation

LOCATION: Cochrane

REFERENCE: 100-135C-26

RATE OF PAY: Starting at $22.72 /hour

WHO WE ARE

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to supporting the communities we serve through sustainable and essential transportation services. Our dedication to the all-season land link to the James Bay Coast underscores our commitment to the residents of Moosonee and Moose Factory.

The Polar Bear Express (PBX) is a vital service that ensures reliable and safe travel to and from Cochrane, fostering connectivity and enhancing the quality of life for these communities.

Our efforts are focused on maintaining and improving this crucial link, ensuring it remains a dependable resource for all seasons. By prioritizing the needs of our passengers and the well‑being of the communities we serve, we strive to make a positive impact and contribute to the sustainable development of the James Bay Coast region.

Our employees are the backbone of this operation. Their dedication, expertise, and hard work are what keep the Polar Bear Express running smoothly and safely. We recognize and value their contributions, understanding that their commitment is essential to maintaining this vital connection to the communities we serve.

We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, an excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days, and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains timely and accurate inventory records for yard, train, and express activities based on communication with operating crews and other external and internal customers
• Communicates with customers through personal contact and telephone, providing rates, shipping details and timelines including the preparation of waybills/reports and their subsequent delivery
• Performs warehouse duties ensuring local freight is placed for delivery and transship freight is dispatched to correct outbound cars
• Weighs outgoing traffic at scale and ensures these details are correctly entered on waybills
• Loads and unloads customers’ prepaid vehicles on designated flat cars secured in accordance with current standards and collects revenue as required
• Loads and unloads customers’ baggage in designated baggage/line cars and baggage kiosks (weighing up to 75 pounds)
• Customer service unit duties as required
• Janitorial responsibilities at express and yard offices
• Performs above and such other duties as required by management
• Operates forklift and motorized warehousing equipment

REQUIREMENTS

• Secondary school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions
• Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are fluent in English, French and Cree
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Sound working knowledge of computers and appropriate keyboarding skills
• Available for shift work and weekends
• Hold a valid G2 or G driver’s license and be able to operate motorized warehouse equipment
• Committed to company health and safety standards and practices
• Railway experience would be an asset

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE

December 29, 2025, no later than 11:59 p.m.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers

EEO STATEMENT

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier‑free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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