Intermodal Equipment Operator
The Intermodal Labourer (also known as Labourer, Equipment Operator or Heavy Equipment Operator) is responsible forperforming the same tasks as a Helper or Attendant Equipment Operator and Heavy Equipment Operator. The incumbent begins employment at CN as a SpareboardemployeeThe position works on-call andreceives a minimum of 2 hours' notice before the shift as the incumbent does not have a pre-set schedule for the week
Major Responsibilities
Perform basic hand and horn signals to guide the Heavy Equipment Operators
Lift, carry, place and remove inter-box connectors (IBCs)
Drive pickups, hitch trucks, and yard tractors
Perform various tasks to ensure the proper setup of guides on the rail cars
Setup rail cars and assist Heavy Equipment Operators in loading and unloading containers and empty chassis and trailers to and from rail cars
Shunt inbound and outbound loads to and from railcars
Lift rail car hitches
Load reefers from carters
Connect and disconnect gensets (portable fossil-fuel powered generators)
Place, remove, and lock and unlock train connectors
Ensure proper container and trailer placement on rail cars
Drive pickup and hitch trucks
Operate yard tractors, forklifts, and small cranes
Complete paperwork associated with the loading and unloading of railcars and trailers
Operate heavy equipment, including mobile cranes (primarily ‘reach stackers’) that lift containers to and from railcars and truck chassis
Working Conditions
Available to work shifts, weekends, holidays,nights and occasional overtime when necessary
Available on-call 24/7,24 hours a day with a minimum of 2 hours’ notice
Partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
Regular exposure to dust, pollen, noise and vibrations
Physical: lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 70 pounds occasionally
Climb and balance, grip handholds while working at heights of 4–8 feet (1–2 meters) off the ground
Bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and perform overhead work
Requirements
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Valid driver’s licence
Lift-truck operator certification
Must be at least 18 years of age
Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stress
Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others
Good verbal, reading comprehension, and writing skills
Be dedicated to meeting established standards of quality, safety, productivity and client satisfaction
Hand-eye coordination
Proficiency with shovels, rods and pry bars, sledgehammers, jackhammers, wrenches, hand and power drills, hand tools and technical instruments (meters)
Ability to use heavy equipment such as a backhoe, trencher, and directional barring machine
Proficiency in the operation of lifttrucks, up to 21,000 pounds (10,000kg) capacity
Vocational and technical training or knowledge of Rail Operating Rules
Training
The incumbent receives 40 hours of paid training (classroom training and 120 hours of on-the-jobtraining)The role must remain in the position (Spareboard) for a minimum of 3 months after hire date.
This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca
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