Rail Yard Transload Operator

Location

Grande Prairie, AB | Canada

Job description

Founded over 55 years ago, the Seaboard Transport Group is a privately-held organization comprised of numerous transport brands across Canada and the United States. Seaboard is a recognized leader in the Bulk Truckload Industry and the recipient of numerous awards for Customer Service, Safety and Innovation. The Seaboard Transport Group of Companies has grown by providing excellent service to clients in both the petroleum and chemical industries.

The Seaboard Transport Group of Companies uses continuous improvement ideologies and industry-leading in-truck technology to ensure we consistently deliver reliable and sustainable service. It is our commitment to transportation excellence that has fueled our growth to become one of North America’s largest leading bulk carrier.

Seaboard Bulk Terminals is equipped to handle truck-to-rail or rail-to-truck movements. With an on-site government scale, on-site tank storage, and full-service project management and logistic support, we ensure your inventory is handled in a safe, reliable and environmentally safe way, compliant with all OH&S requirements.

  As part of a family owned group of companies the members of Seaboard Bulk Terminals work together as a unit filled with transportation enthusiasts on the road, on the ground and in the office. Join us today as we are currently hiring a  Rail Yard Transload Operator - Yard Hand based in Grande Prairie, AB.

Core Job Functions:

All duties and responsibilities noted below are in no particular order as may be defined as per safe and efficient operational processes:

• Opening and closing rail cars as per company procedure
• Opening and closing tracks
• Removing de rails
• Cleaning switches
• Placing blue and ref flags as per company procedure
• Weigh in and weigh out trucks
• Complete scale tickets in a timely manner
• Load dry bulk trucks from rail cars
• Unload dry bulk trucks to specified location
• Load and un-load fluid trucks to and from specified location
• Help move rail cars
• Assist in hooking up and rigging out boiler hoses
• Operate various yard equipment including but limited to; rail car opener, hydraulic jacks, basic hand tools, hammers, pry bars, snow blower, weed whacker, water pump etc.
• Other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

• Previous Rail experience is considered an asset
• Previous duties as a yard person or dealing with tank farms considered an asset
• Ability to work independently
• Mechanically inclined
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Safety first attitude
• Previous experience in yard duties is considered an asset
• Training will be provided.

We are committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

To apply please submit your resume via this ad.

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