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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
Employees are responsible for driving vehicles off railcars for consignment and securing them for shipment. The role also involves performing physical tasks such as climbing railcar ladders, operating railcar doors, and placing chocks.
Job details
Autoport Limited is hiring full-time Rail Department employees in Vaughan, Ontario! At Autoport Limited, you can expect an exciting and interesting environment where you will be able to thrive in a close-knit, safety-focused culture. We provide opportunities for training and growth that create a foundation for long-term careers, and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. This is an entry-level position, but there is no need to stop there; within Autoport, there is ample opportunity for growth, with tenured employees of 20+ years. This diverse team works together to productively meet deadlines, solve problems, and carefully drive vehicles off of railcars for consignment. This role will also require climbing up and down railcar ladders, opening and closing railcar doors, placing and removing chocks that secure vehicles for shipment, and the ability to be able to climb in and out of vehicles repeatedly. This role involves physical labour and requires employees to work outdoors year-round. If you thrive off the high of a “good day’s work” and are comfortable in a physically demanding environment, this position may be for you. Qualifications and Requirements Punctual and reliable High School Diploma or equivalent Team player with a strong safety mindset Valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record Able to adhere to quality and safety standards Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions Physically capable of performing manual labour, including: climbing ladders up to 15 feet in height; lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50lbs; working on uneven surfaces and in an active railyard environment Must be able to drive a manual vehicle Benefits Unionized position Company contributions to pension plan Excellent Health and Dental coverage, with low premiums Paid personal/sick days Paid vacation Yearly clothing allowance for work-related gear and boots A safety-oriented work environment About Autoport Chances are, we handled the car you drive today. As a transportation leader in the automotive industry, Autoport handles more than 2 million import and domestic vehicles annually. We are well positioned to offer seamless access to key ports and global trade. Since our opening in 1971, we have established the solutions, experience, and expertise required to safely transport vehicles to valued customers. Imagine driving onto a multi-level railcar and the precision it requires. As people drive vehicles throughout North America, we are the ones who ensure that cars are well secured and arrive to dealerships damage-free. To learn more about us, check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/AutoportLimited -- Autoport Limited is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, communities, and industries. Autoport Limited welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Autoport Limited’s Accommodation Policy is available upon request, including in accessible formats. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please monitor your email regularly, as communication is primarily made through e-mail.
What you’ll do
Employees are responsible for driving vehicles off railcars for consignment and securing them for shipment. The role also involves performing physical tasks such as climbing railcar ladders, operating railcar doors, and placing chocks.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with a clean record. Applicants must be physically capable of manual labor, including lifting up to 50lbs and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Benefits
- Unionized position
- Pension plan
- Health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Paid personal days
- Paid sick days
- Paid vacation
- Clothing allowance
Listed skills
- Teamwork · Preferred
- Reliability · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
- punctuality · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Manual vehicle operation
- Safety compliance
- Physical labor
- Railcar operation
- Teamwork
- Punctuality
- Reliability
- Attention to detail
- Good Driving Record
- Ability To Meet Deadlines
- Valid Driver's License
- Automotive Industry
- Communication
- Leadership
- Safety Standards
Job areas
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Security & Safety
- Automotive Manager
- Production Worker
- Assemblers Not Elsewhere Classified
- Production Workers, All Other
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