Track Equipment Operator - Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Watco Companies LLC; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail logistics is looking for a heavy equipment operator in Sault Ste. Marie. This role involves operating various heavy machinery to maintain and repair railroad infrastructure. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to handle physical labor in outdoor conditions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Paid on-the-job training

Leadership development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to pass safety and operational training.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate track-related machinery including forklifts and tampers.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain railroad track infrastructure.
• Assist crews in dumping and installing track materials.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Problem recognition

Following instructions

Understanding railroad operations

Knowledge of Roadway Protection Rules

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class AZ or DZ

Valid Driver’s license

Job description

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world’s supply chain moving. That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs.

Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team. One Watco.

Here’s What You Can Expect From Watco

• Award-winning culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Description

The heavy equipment operator position involves safely inspecting, repairing, and maintaining railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient service. This manual labor role requires proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as super trucks, backhoes, skid loaders, dump trucks, brush cutting equipment, tampers, ballast regulators, and forklifts, related to track surfacing and repair. Training will be provided to develop necessary skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate track-related machinery including tampers, ballast regulators, forklifts, and others as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.
• Assist crews in dumping ballast.
• Inspect, unload, load, distribute, and install track materials and ballast.
• Inspect, grind, and transpose rails.
• Construct, maintain, and repair turnouts, crossings, bridges, culverts, tunnels, station facilities, scales, fences, signs, and other infrastructure.
• Perform vegetation control and debris removal from tracks.
• Remove snow or foreign materials from track infrastructure.
• Report accurately and promptly as required.
• Interpret safety rules, instructions, and regulations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively.
• Understand track authority and adhere to performance metrics and deadlines.
• Follow safety practices and respond to emergencies.
• Read gauges, schematics, and manuals accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid Driver’s license (minimum G class)
• CDL Class AZ or DZ
• Ability to pass required safety and operational training and tests

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Legible handwriting
• Ability to perform heavy lifting
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Flexible work schedule
• Problem recognition skills
• Knowledge of Roadway Protection Rules
• Understanding of railroad operations