Job Title: Rail Operator

Company: Universal Railway Operations

Job Description

Full Time

Location: Fort Saskatchewan

Who We Are

At Universal Railway Operations, our work is getting and keeping Canada’s railway operators in motion – safely and sustainably! We work coast-to-coast, in every railway sector, and on any size project. Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!

Main Purpose

Reporting to Universal Railway Operations - Operations team and the Terminal Operations Team the Rail Operator will provide all rail related services at the Keyera Josephburg terminal located in Fort Saskatchewan. The Rail Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the rail loading/unloading racks, bulk loading and their associated equipment. Overseeing the organization, moving, placing and securing all rail cars inside the facility. Understanding and following Corporate initiatives, including applicable corporate Safe Operating practices, policies and guidelines.

What We Offer

Wages from $33-40/Hr with consideration for prior experience.

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Extended Health Care

Life Insurance

RRSP Matching

Tuition Reimbursement for Upskilling

Vision Care

Overtime Pay

The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture.

Key Responsibilities

Connecting and disconnecting various types of rail cars, monitoring levels, temperatures and communicating with Facility Operators to ensure a smooth loading operation.

Maintaining a safe, clean and organized work area.

Operating the Rail Car Mover and performing daily Rail Car Mover checks (maintaining proper fluid levels and monitoring wear and tear)

Switching and sorting rail cars in order to spot and pull efficiently

Maintaining the working conditions of the rail yard throughout all seasons (eg. Blowing, cleaning, greasing switches)

Filing paperwork and reports required for compliance.

Performing basic troubleshooting on equipment and processes, seeking assistance when necessary

Completing Monthly Rail Safety Checks

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Identifying and reporting mechanical defects on process equipment and mobile equipment (e.g. Pumps, Vessels, Vehicle, Track mobile)

Ability to properly secure rail cars in the load unload racks in rail yard

Inspecting Rail Cars for safety defects to ensure compliance with Transport Canada and Transportation of Dangerous Goods regulations before shipping.

Submitting Events (Incidents, Hazards, Near Misses) and participating in incident investigations by reporting items to the Facility Operator.

Job Requirements

Must be Safety Oriented

Possess a strong mechanical aptitude

Able to work a variety of shifts

Able to commute to the worksite

Class 5 non GDL drivers’ licence or higher to drive site vehicles.

Job offer is conditional on successful completion of drug and alcohol testing.

Experience in rail switching and rack loading

Strong communication skills both in written and spoken English.

Universal Railway Operations | Universal Rail Systems Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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