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.
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 when placing them on the highest level(s) of the rail cars
Pushing & pulling (pins on deck lids are pulled out and chock blocks are secured by pushing on a pin with the thumb or finger, with 9 kg/20lbs of force. Ratcheting, tension in the handle a