Rail Operator

Slave Lake, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

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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

The Rail Operator is responsible for safely loading rail cars with calcium products and maintaining accurate daily records of work tasks. Additionally, the role involves performing general site maintenance, including snow removal and vegetation control, while adhering to safety regulations.

Job details

Rail Operator – Slave Lake (This is a Monday to Friday position starting at 7:00 am. No fly-in/fly-out or camp accommodations are provided.) Proudly Canadian, Tiger Calcium is one of North America's largest calcium chloride producers, drawing from the largest known natural reserve. We define the industry standard for quality—unmatched in either breadth or scope. We manufacture, supply, transport and apply premium calcium chloride products for anti-icing, deicing and dust control. But that's not all. We also formulate custom fluids for, available for purchase or rental 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year. Tiger is seeking Rail Operator at our Slave Lake, Alberta, facilities to safely and efficiently load Tiger’s of rail cars with calcium products, including completing required documentation and supporting daily rail operations. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU: * Competitive wages * Paid training * PPE supplied WHAT YOU WILL DO IN THIS ROLE: * Load all rail cars with calcium products in accordance with established procedures. * Washing rail cars * Follow Alberta Transportation’s regulations on rail car securement * Maintain a clean and tidy personal work area * Perform general site maintenance (vegetation control and snow removal) * Maintain a daily record of all work tasks and materials * Support and encourage continuous improvement in work practices * Completing daily job hazard assessments * Assist with other operational duties as required. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: * High school equivalency * Previous industrial or rail operations experience would be an asset * Understanding of workplace hazards and safe work practices * Experience working on top of rail cars and cleaning inside tank cars would be an asset. * Strong communication and teamwork skills * Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities * Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others * The following certifications would be considered an asset 1. Fall Protection 2. Confined Space 3. H2S 4. Rail car safety securement How to Apply: * Please note in your cover letter which location you are applying for * Navigate to Tiger’s website: www.tigercalcium.com\About\Careers [http://www.tigercalcium.com/About/Careers] to complete the online application process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school equivalency and a strong understanding of workplace hazards and safe work practices. Previous industrial or rail operations experience and relevant safety certifications like Fall Protection or Confined Space are considered assets.