Train Conductor

Job summary

The conductor manages the movement of rail cars using signals and radios while operating track switches and air brakes. They are responsible for preparing daily reports, inspecting train conditions, and ensuring compliance with Transport Canada safety standards.

Job details

The conductor will have to perform yard work such as switching cars, making or splitting up the trains, moving the cars, etc. The employee will be a member of a train crew that will perform work in the rail yards or travel to various locations with the train to service our clients. Company: Southern Ontario Railway Inc. Work location: Jarvis, ON Status: Permanent Salary: $35.48 - $44.35 Why you should join our team: * To work in a unique and stimulating field * To benefit from a range of competitive benefits including: * A Group Insurance Program a comprehensive coverage including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance. * Telemedicine Services to our employees and their families. * Fitness Allowance to promote your health, mental health and wellness. * Savings Program we offer the opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to your RRSP) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings Account TFSA, allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings. * An employee and family assistance program - EFAP * To contribute to a sustainable future, as trains is one of the most eco-friendly modes of transportation in Canada. RESPONSIBILITIES: The selected individual will perform the following functions: * Manages and controls the movements of the cars by using lantern, hand and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up or set or release air brakes. * Operates track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railway; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties. * Apply and release hand breaks to perform movements. * Follows the lists of work, respecting the order of those cars on the train. * Prepares required daily reports and switch lists, manually or electronically. * Inspects the condition of the train. * Follows and complies with the various rules, railway safety procedure and standards of Transport Canada. * Interacts with the railway authorities. * Work safely. * Other related tasks. General Requirements: * Must possess a high school diploma. * Have experience or is a qualified conductor (important asset). * Able to adapt to different situations: work schedule, being on call, over time, tasks to accomplish, etc. * Must be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions. * Must be prepared to work on call 24/7, weekends, shifts. * Valid driver’s license If selected for the role, candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check, including physical examination, drug screening, criminal record verification, and reference checks.

What you’ll do

The conductor manages the movement of rail cars using signals and radios while operating track switches and air brakes. They are responsible for preparing daily reports, inspecting train conditions, and ensuring compliance with Transport Canada safety standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid driver's license, with previous conductor experience considered a strong asset. The role requires flexibility to work on-call 24/7, including weekends and shifts in adverse weather conditions.

Benefits

• Group Insurance Program • Health Care • Dental Care • Eye Care • Hospitalization • Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • Telemedicine Services • Fitness Allowance • Retirement Savings Plan • RRSP Contribution • Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Switching · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• future · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Yard Work
• Switching Cars
• Radio Communication
• Track Switch Operation
• Air Brake Management
• Railway Safety Procedures
• Reporting
• Train Inspection
• Hand Brake Operation
• Signal Interpretation

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Security & Safety