What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer position at Cando Default Brand?
Laborers with Cando are responsible for performing the safe and efficient loading, unloading and securement of product to railcars. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!
Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!
Cando Advantages
- Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
- Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
- Award Winning Safety Culture
- Employee Ownership Program
- Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
- Flexible Health & Dental Benefits
- Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!
Laborers with Cando are responsible for performing the safe and efficient loading, unloading and securement of product to railcars. Working in a customer-oriented environment, the Labourer must work well in teams to maximize efficiency while demonstrating a strong initiative and safety focus.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Operate or move equipment around the yard and shop.
- Help maintain inventory of supplies and/or shop equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Flexibility and ability to work on various shop, maintenance, and yard tasks.
- Perform job safety analyses (JSA's) and safety meetings.
- Attend communication meetings and safety training as scheduled.
Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
- Prioritize and perform multiple tasks with the ability to meet daily demands and function in busy situations.
- Ability to operate and perform daily maintenance checks on required machinery.
- Medically fit to work in a safety sensitive environment; physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from heavy equipment.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions on a site and some evening and weekends shift may be needed.
- Demonstrate initiative to work with others to foster a respectful workplace.
- Able to accept new challenges and responsibilities as they arise.
Education & Experience
- High School or GED.
- Read, write, speak and understand English and follow written and/or verbal instructions.
- Flexibility and ability to work on various shop, maintenance, and yard tasks.
- Environmental awareness.
- Visual Thread Inspection certification a plus.
Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand the level of expertise required in this position.