Railcar Washer

Cando Rail & Terminals Ltd.; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits including Vol

Training programs

Award-winning safety culture

Life/AD&D/LTD insurance

Job summary

Cando Rail & Terminals Ltd. is seeking Railcar Washers/Car Cleaners to support operations at our Wisconsin site. Join a fast-paced, safety-driven team responsible for cleaning railcars to meet loading standards and ensure reliable rail transportation.

You will work outdoors, read instructions, perform daily inspections, and collaborate with switching crews to maximize efficiency. The company offers training programs, safety culture, and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge of rail car components.
• Be willing and able to learn and perform as part of the switching crews performing the railcar movements on site.
• Ability to read and write general documentation; communicate effectively with all team members.
• Physically fit including the ability to pull self-up and down from a railcar on a continuous basis.
• Meet all customer site requirements including clear drug and alcohol testing and Criminal Record clearance.
• Be able and willing to work in all weather conditions during day and night shifts, at a site that is operational seven (7) days per week, 365 days per year.

Responsibilities

• Clean according to instructions and requirements while working within company operating rules and safety procedures.
• Perform daily inspections on customer railcars
• Clean out designated railcars and remove the excess product off the rail line
• Promptly report all safety, equipment, and problems to the site designate
• Complete daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessary
• Exert "best effort" to protect human life, human safety and company property
• Actively participate with the team and provide excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image
• Participate in training or company initiatives as required

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Security clearance

Flexible schedule

Job description

Requisition Number : RAILC001755

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Cando Rail & Terminals is North America’s leading provider of specialized rail operating services and terminal infrastructure that allow industrial shippers to optimize their supply chains and connect to Class I railways by leveraging Cando’s operating capabilities and network of owned multi-purpose rail terminals. The company provides a wide range of rail services including industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, short line operations, railcar staging, train assembly, and related services.

• Work Life Balance
• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
• Award Winning Safety Culture
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Health & Dental Benefits including voluntary options.
• Expanding in the US and we welcome you to come grow with us!

Railcar Washers are responsible for ensuring the railcars used by the customer at the site meet the standards for loading product and transportation on the rail network. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Job Description

Car Cleaners are responsible for ensuring the railcars used by the customer at the site meet the standards for loading product and transportation on the rail network. Working in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, Car Cleaners must work well in teams to maximize efficiency and safety, while demonstrating a strong initiative and organizational skills.

• Clean according to instructions and requirements while working within company operating rules and safety procedures.
• Perform daily inspections on customer railcars
• Clean out designated railcars and remove the excess product off the rail line
• Promptly report all safety, equipment, and problems to the site designate
• Complete daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessary
• Exert "best effort" to protect human life, human safety and company property
• Actively participate with the team and provide excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image
• Participate in training or company initiatives as required

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge of rail car components
• Be willing and able to learn and perform as part of the switching crews performing the railcar movements on site
• Ability to read and write general documentation; communicate effectively with all team members
• Physically fit including the ability to pull self-up and down from a railcar on a continuous basis
• Meet all customer site requirements including clear drug and alcohol testing and Criminal Record clearance
• Be able and willing to work in all weather conditions during day and night shifts, at a site that is operational seven (7) days per week, 365 days per year

Education & Experience

• 1 – 3 years mechanical experience; experience working with railcars or in an industrial setting preferred
• Welding experience is an asset

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.

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