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- WHO WE ARE: *At A&B Rail LTD., 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!*IMPORTANT NOTES:** This job will require travel throughout Western Canada for extended periods of time.* This job will require working in all types of weather conditions.* Due to the physically demanding nature of the position, candidates will be required to undergo a fitness test as a condition of employment.*MAIN PURPOSE:*Ensuring safety is a priority, operators work in a team environment to build and maintain railways in numerous locations across Canada. An Operator will be in charge of one or more specific machines; such as a spiker, speed swing, loader, backhoe or other equipment as needed. Daily inspections and minor repairs are also completed.*KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:** Ensuring safety is a priority to self, fellow workers, the general public and the assets of the company and following policies and procedures set out by the company* Operate one or more specific machines such as but not limited to; spiker, speed swing, loader, backhoe or other on a railway track as per the operator manual* A daily walk-around inspection of the machine, general housekeeping of machine and minor repairs to the machine when necessary to ensure safe operation* Daily administration of logbooks, job briefings etc.* Compliance to track rules and instructions according to CROR* Assist with manual labour when necessary* Communicate effectively over the radio* Meet productivity level requirements set out by supervisors/foremen* Other duties as assigned*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: *The successful candidate for this role will demonstrate the following skills and experiences:* Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures* Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner* Effective communication skills including listening, writing and speaking* Good client service and public interaction skills* Ability to work independently and in a team environment* Self-motivation* Good hand and eye coordination*JOB REQUIREMENTS:** A high school diploma or equivalent is considered an asset* Minimum 6 months experience working in the railway industry* 1 season machine operator experience required* Class 5 Driver’s License required, Class 1 Drivers License required to the operator a Boom truck* CROR required (will train)* Basic hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers* Basic mechanical aptitude required* Clear criminal record preferred* Clean drivers abstract preferred* First Aid, Fall Arrest, GEI, Forklift Loader, Specific Machine Operator Certification is an asset (will train)* Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs unassisted*WHAT WE OFFER: ** Competitive Pay* An industry-leading comprehensive benefits program* The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture_We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted._*A&B Rail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*#WSPJob Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $33.54-$36.44 per hourBenefits:* Company pension* Dental care* Disability insurance* Employee assistance program* Extended health care* Life insurance* Vision careSupplemental pay types:* Overtime payApplication question(s):* Are you willing to submit to pre-employment testing? (As a condition of employment all employees are subject to drug and alcohol, vision and hearing testing. All safety-sensitive positions are subject to drug and alcohol, vision, hearing and a 50 lbs fit test)** Do you have a full valid Driver’s License?Experience:* Rail Road: 1 year (required)Work Location: On the road
