JOB DESCRIPTION
Reports to:
Terminal Manager
AWC Operations Canada (AWCC) performs many logistics functions. Some of 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.
Summary of Position:
Rail Loaders are responsible for driving customers finished product onto bi-level and/or tri-level rail cars and securing the vehicles for transportation, as well as shuttling vehicles within the AWCC yard.
This document is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the position and does not entail a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that will be required for this position. In addition, these activities, duties, or responsibilities may change and will be periodically updated.
Essential Functions, Duties and Tasks:
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Ensure all required rail yard safety measures and protections are in place before starting work.
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Install and remove bridge plates between the rail cars as required.
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Move, position, stage, and load vehicles within the yard and railcars in accordance with established procedures.
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Park and stage vehicles following established quality standards.
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Safely perform vehicle loading and unloading activities.
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Secure vehicles for transport using approved methods, equipment, and quality standards.
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Safely access, move throughout, and exit railcars, including climbing ladders and working at elevated heights as required.
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Conduct pre-use inspections of loading equipment and report any issues or concerns.
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Check vehicles for damage and report findings to a Supervisor or Manager.
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Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment, this includes tooling, work vans, rail yard, etc.
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Work and communicate effectively with team members and supervision to support daily operations.
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
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Exhibit behaviour and conduct that fosters a positive work atmosphere
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Ability to interact with others effectively and communicate diplomatically
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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
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Ability to adhere to quality standards and safe work practices
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Ability to work with limited supervision
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Ability to use hand tools (e.g., wrench, screwdriver, hammer, etc.)
Education, Experience, and Minimum Requirements:
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High school diploma, or equivalent
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Minimum 1-year heavy labour experience
- Ability to drive both automatic and manual transmission vehicles
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Valid full G driver's license
- Communicate in English; Ability to read, write and interpret documents
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Subject to third party Pre-employment Medical Assessment
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Subject to Background check including Driver's Abstract and Criminal Record Check
Minimum Tools Used:
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Hand Tools (e.g., ratchet, wrench, screwdriver, hammer, etc.)
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Seal cutter
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Breaker bar
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Keys
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Vehicles
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Pens, Pencils
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Barcode Scanner
Chemicals involved with:
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Brake Fluid
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Gasoline
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Anti-freeze
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Motor Oil
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Refrigerant
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Transmission Fluids
- Cleaning Supplies
- Hydraulic Fluid
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Coolant
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Alkaline Batteries
Working Conditions:
- Work conducted outside in all types of weather, including extreme weather conditions
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Work at a fast pace
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Work in tight spaces
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Personal Protective Equipment provided includes safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, hard hat and coveralls
This is a physically demanding position, which requires you to:
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Ability to get in/out of vehicles driver side door with minimal door opening clearance (only 12")
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Good sense of balance, working at a height of approximately 15 ft. above ground
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Climbing (climbing up or down a ladder on the side of the rail car to enter or exit the train)
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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.)
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Reaching (bridge plates are passed from below to overhead when placing them on the highest level(s) of the rail cars
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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 at the highest point of tension on the chock block 12 kg/27 lbs.)
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Gripping (holding steering wheel, gripping rungs of the ladder while climbing using 3-points of contact, grip force while climbing onto the train must be at least ½ of the body weight, holding ratchet handle with hands while tightening requiring a grip force of at least 12 kg/27 lbs.)
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Stoop, crouch, bend (any worker taller than 160 cm/ 5' 3" must bend the neck and/or body to walk through tri-level rail cars, work with chock blocks on the floor of the rail car)
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Kneel, squat, crawl (while working with chock blocks and straps)
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Sitting (driving vehicle)
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Standing & Walking (working inside rail cars, walking in the yard)
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Good visual ability
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Good hearing ability
Physical Demands Analysis:
Demand
% of time
Description
Standing
15
Working in railcar securing vehicles
Walking
15
Walking to the waiting point for shuttle van
Sitting
15
During transport by shuttle van
Stepping
15
Getting in/out of shuttle van, climbing ladders
Balancing
4
Entering and exiting vehicles, swing out to ladder
Stooping
8
Inspecting vehicles, securing blocks to vehicles
Kneeling
8
Securing blocks to vehicles
Crouching
5
Securing blocks to vehicles
Crawling
2
Securing blocks to vehicles
Reaching
8
Setting/removing bridge plates
Handling
5
Setting/removing bridge plates
Lifting
50
Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decks
Carrying
50
Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decks
Pushing
50
Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decks
Pulling
50
Chock blocks, bridge plates, rail decks
Speaking
Y
Communication with associates, supervisor
Hearing
Y
Communication with associates, supervisor
Depth perception
Y
Driving, parking
Accommodations will be provided throughout the recruitment, hiring and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The company is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds.
