Rail Loader

Job summary

The Rail Loader is responsible for preparing railcars for shipment, including cleaning and maintenance tasks. They must also load and unload vehicles onto railcars while ensuring they are properly spaced and secured according to customer standards.

Job details

Overview: Join Our Team as a Rail Loader– Make an Impact Today! Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Location: Annacis Island, Delta, BC Work Hours: Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Who We Are Wallenius Wilhelmsen (WW) is a global leader in shipping and logistics, with over 155 years of experience and almost 10,000 employees across 29 countries. In Vancouver, we operate one of Canada’s premier vehicle processing terminals, employing over 300 union and exempt staff. As the sole Auto Terminals operator of the Port of Vancouver, located on Annacis Island, we handle, accessorize, and distribute nearly 100% of all Asian-manufactured vehicle imports for the Canadian market. We serve more than a dozen of the world’s top auto manufacturers, including Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and more. Why Join Wallenius Wilhelmsen? Super competitive hourly wage - $37.92/hr Rail Loader rate guaranteed ONLY on Sunday (Mon to Thurs, if put in Yard, will be $33.45/hr) Additional company-paid 15% RRSP Contribution (No Matching required) 100% company-paid extended health benefits, medical, dental and vision coverages In-depth paid training up to 5-6 weeks Collaborative teams and supportive supervisor in a union working environment Stability and security - we are an unique global company operating the Auto Processing terminals for The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. Our people have been working for from 5+ up to 30+ years ( and still counting) and keep referring their family and friends to come work for us Job Description Here is what an ordinary day of work might look like: Perform duties to prepare railcars for shipment such as: opening and closing railcar doors, setting bridge plates, blowing trash out of railcars, chocking vehicles, chock replacement. Load and unload vehicles onto railcars in compliance with company quality standards. Ensure vehicles are spotted according to customer standards within the rail car. Ensure vehicles are properly spaced within the rail and secure vehicles according to customer standards onto outbound railcars. May be required to perform repairs or maintenance on safety equipment and rail cars. Perform maintenance on buck loader/ramps: including but not limited to lubing the railcars, graphite door tracks, and other moving mechanical parts, etc. Perform monthly inspections on bridge plates and paint bridge plates as needed. Perform other tasks necessary to maintain the rail yard, such as, picking-up trash, and broken chocks. etc. Job Requirements This Role is a Great Fit If You Have Minimum Grade 12 education Have a valid BC Class 5 (Not L/N) driver's license (a MUST) and a good driving record which can be obtained from ICBC. Be able to proficiently drive vehicles with manual AND automatic transmissions. Physical requirements: frequent walking, bending, reaching, crouching, balancing, and climbing ladders (at heights of 20 feet), pushing, pulling, and lifting (up to 60 lbs.); also requires periods in confined spaces with low light. Be able to work both Sun to Thur AND Tue and Sat shifts Work primarily outdoors in all types of weather Able to meet production goals, commitment to quality and safe work practices Able to listen, comprehend and take direction well Able to work both independently and as part of a team Positive, "can-do" attitude and strong communication skills Dependable and punctual – excellent references required Ready to Apply? If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply online today! Please submit a copy of your resume and your driver’s license abstract. We look forward to reviewing your application.

What you’ll do

The Rail Loader is responsible for preparing railcars for shipment, including cleaning and maintenance tasks. They must also load and unload vehicles onto railcars while ensuring they are properly spaced and secured according to customer standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Grade 12 education and a valid BC Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record. The role requires the ability to drive both manual and automatic transmissions and meet physical demands such as lifting up to 60 lbs and working at heights.

Benefits

• RRSP Contribution
• Extended Health Benefits
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Paid Training

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• punctuality · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Railcar Loading
• Vehicle Handling
• Manual Transmission Operation
• Automatic Transmission Operation
• Equipment Maintenance
• Safety Compliance
• Quality Control
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Punctuality
• Physical Stamina
• Inspection
• Good Driving Record
• Valid Driver's License
• Loading And Unloading
• Balancing (Ledger/Billing)
• Graphite (Software)

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Rail Loader
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• Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers

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