Switchperson
On-siteWinnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Job Summary
Conduct safe and efficient rail car switching on customer sites and terminals by operating switches, derails, and coupling/uncoupling rail cars while managing air hoses and brakes. Perform daily locomotive inspections, ensure clear job briefings, and complete all required reports and logs. Apply CROR Non-Main Track rules, switching procedures, and regulations; promptly report safety, equipment, and track problems. Maintain a clean, safe work environment and actively participate in team operations and company training initiatives. Work up to 12-hour shifts in all weather conditions across day and night rotations, seven days a week.
Required Qualifications
- Grade 12 or GED
- Ability to read and write general documentation, including safety briefings, operating manuals, operating instructions, and switching lists
- Physically fit, able to pull self-up and down from a railcar on a continuous basis, lift and twist air hoses, and secure rail car brakes, derails, and switches
- Be willing and able to work up to 12 hours per shift in all weather conditions on both day and night shifts, the site operates seven (7) days a week, 365 days a year
- Working knowledge of technology and computer systems, with a willingness to use Excel, Outlook, and other web-based applications on a daily basis
- Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to obtain and maintain required qualifications and safety critical medical clearances
- This includes passing customer and Cando drug and alcohol screening for pre-employment, post incident, and reasonable grounds testing
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
Desired Qualifications
- Previous industrial workplace or equipment operations experience
- Previous rail experience
- Class 5 drivers license
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