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Do you really enjoy working in the rail industry but are tired of being on call 24/7 with no work/life balance? Cando offers guaranteed shift schedules, work life balance, good compensation, ownership program, benefits, and excellent safety/work culture.
If you are a qualified, licensed Locomotive Engineer/Conductor we want to hear from you! Cando has full-time and part-time (casual) positions available at industrial sites in the Saskatoon, SK and Colonsay area..
Working in teams, Locomotive Engineers/ Switchpersons are responsible for the safety and
efficient onsite railcar movements including
progressing cars through scales, spotting cars at loading racks, and interchanging cars with other rail providers. Switching crews will also be responsible for routine minor track maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating switches, snow clearing and locomotive maintenance.
Incumbents will be expected to learn all components of the operation and assist in all roles as trained and required including mechanical railcar repair and railcar cleaning.
Candidates must be qualified Engineers or have or have Train master/Conductor experience; top candidates will have experience working in an industrial switching environment. Strong teamwork and communication skills along with a passion for safety and customer satisfaction are essential for all positions.
Individuals must be in good physical condition,
meet all site security and safety requirements
including safety critical medicals, drug and alcohol clearances, and criminal record checks.
Please visit our website and apply directly to the position of interest.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Level 'A' Canadian Rail Operating Rules Certificate
Railway Conductor Specific Skills
- Receive and communicate train operation information
Brakemen/Women Specific Skills
- Set and release hand brakes
- Open and close track switches
- Observe signs and track conditions
- Make minor repair to equipment
- Connect air brake hoses
- Communicate with train crew members
- Check train systems and equipment