Part Time Rail Unloader
Auto Warehousing Company CanadaPosition Title: Rail Unloader Part Time
Location: 4573 Trussler Rd., Ayr, ON N0B 1E0
Shift: 7:00AM to 3:00PM. Monday to Friday, overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
Status: Part Time, no guarantee of hours
Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour
Benefits: Employee and Family Assistance Program
Type: Vacancy
Summary of Position:
AWC Operations Canada (AWCC) performs many logistics functions. Some of
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these are real time yard management, real time data transfers, real time vehicle direct locating, dealer delivery, import / export preparations, rail car preparation and switching, rail car loading and unloading, and extensive assembly plant operations.
Rail Unloaders are responsible for off-loading vehicles from bi-level and/or tri-level rail cars, as well as shuttling vehicles within the AWCC yard.
Essential Functions, Duties and Tasks:
• Make sure Blue Flag protection is up
• Enter and exit the train by climbing down the ladder railings on the outside of the rail car
• Install the bridge plates between the rail cars
• Raise/lower bridge plates as needed
• Pull pins/levers to drop the hinge deck lid, when needed
• Ensure the loading equipment has been properly inspected
• Disconnect and store chock blocks
• Drive the vehicle from within the rail car, down a loading ramp
• Ensure vehicle is scanned for inventory
• Park the vehicle in designated location
• Make sure the left tire is parked on the line (inside)
• Leave at least 10" minimum between bumpers
• Turn all accessories OFF (e.g., radio, heat, AC, windshield wipers, etc.)
• Put sun visor in upright position
• Make sure all windows are up
• Put the driver's seat in the back position
• Place the keys in designated area
• Make sure seat protection is completely covering the seat
• Make sure there is floor protection, and it is straight
• Fold in side-view mirrors
• Complete and sign all relevant paperwork
• Turn the vehicle off and exit the vehicle without causing damage
• Check vehicles for any damage and report to Supervisor or Manager
• Remove bridge plates
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment, this includes tooling, work vans, rail yard, etc.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities Required:
• Exhibit behaviour and conduct that fosters a positive work atmosphere
• Ability to interact with others effectively and communicate diplomatically
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents (e.g., Safety Data Sheets, locations cards, work orders, vehicle identification numbers, etc.)
• Ability to effectively react to change and work in a variety of situations
• Ability to adhere to quality standards and safe work practices
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Ability to use hand tools (e.g., wrench, screwdriver, hammer, etc.)
Education, Experience, and Minimum Requirements:
• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Minimum 1-year heavy labour experience
• Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehicles
• Valid full G driver's license
• Communicate in English; Ability to read, write and interpret documents
• Subject to third party Pre-employment Medical Assessment
• Subject to Background check including Driver's Abstract and Criminal Record Check
Working Conditions:
• Work conducted outside in all types of weather, including extreme weather conditions
• Work at a fast pace
• Work in tight spaces
• Personal Protective Equipment provided includes safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, hard hat and coveralls
This is a physically demanding position, which requires you to:
• Ability to get in/out of vehicles driver side door with minimal door opening clearance (only 12")
• Good sense of balance, working at a height of approximately 15 ft. above ground
• Climbing (climbing up or down a ladder on the side of the rail car to enter or exit the train)
• Carrying & lifting, including above head (chock blocks weigh 3.5-4 kg/8-9 lbs., bridge plates weigh approx. 23 kg/50 lbs., ratchets weigh 1 kg/2 lbs.)
• Reaching (bridge plates are passed from below to overhead w