Yard Hand & Control Room Trainee (Entry‑Level)

Torq Energy Logistics Ltd.; Taylor; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits on Day 1

Seasonal work clothing provided

Career development opportunities

Safety-focused team culture

Modern rail unloading systems

Job summary

Buffalo Rail & Infrastructure in Taylor, BC, is hiring a Yard Hand / Control Room Trainee to start in a hands-on role supporting yard and control-room operations at a modern, high-volume terminal.

You will assist unloading, loadout, equipment operation, and site maintenance while gaining exposure to automated control systems and safe-work practices. Training leads toward progression into utility or control room roles within TORQ Transloading.

Qualifications

• Requires Grade 12 or equivalent; technical or trades training is an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial or rail operations.
• Experience in construction, mining, or logistics environments is an asset.
• Basic equipment-operation skills (skid steer, forklift, front-end loader) with training available.
• Willing to learn SCADA (HMI), CMMS, and digital checklists.
• Must pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, eRailSafe clearance, and physical-demands test.
• Valid Class 5 licence.
• Capable of outdoor work in all weather; able to climb stairs and work underground.

Responsibilities

• Assist with railcar positioning, unloading, and car door opening under supervision.
• Operate small equipment (skid steer, forklift, front-end loader) for yard and site maintenance.
• Maintain track and switch areas: cleaning, snow/ice removal, lubrication, and reporting.
• Assist with dome and conveyor housekeeping, dust collection, and access preparation.
• Conduct digital safety and equipment inspections using tablet or handheld apps.
• Help marshal trucks and communicate with drivers during peak loadout periods.
• Learn basic operation of SCADA (HMI), loadout kiosks, and digital workflows.
• Participate in safe-work permits, FLHAs, and toolbox talks; uphold TORQ Transloading safety standards.
• Provide relief coverage for Control Room or Yard Utility positions as training progresses.
• Participate in continuous improvement, waste management, and environmental controls.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Situational awareness

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Radio communication

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Trades training asset

Tools

SCADA (HMI)

CMMS

Digital checklists

Job description

Buffalo Rail & Infrastructure in Taylor, BC, is hiring a Yard Hand / Control Room Trainee to start in a hands-on role supporting yard and control-room operations at a modern, high-volume terminal.

You will assist unloading, loadout, equipment operation, and site maintenance while gaining exposure to automated control systems and safe-work practices. Training leads toward progression into utility or control room roles within TORQ Transloading.