Track Machine Operator

**WHO WE ARE**:
At A&B Rail Services Ltd., our work is getting and keeping Canada's railway operators in motion; safely and sustainably We work coast-to-coast, in every railway sector, and on any size project. Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right

**IMPORTANT NOTES**:
**MAIN PURPOSE**:
Ensuring safety is a priority, operators work in a team environment to build and maintain railways in numerous locations across Canada by operating one or more specific machine such as a **Tamper**, **Mark IV**, **Speedswing**, **Ballast Regulator**, **Boom Truck (DZ license required),** or other on the railway track as per the operator’s manual. Operators must also ensure compliance with all governed regulations such as DOT Daily inspections and minor repairs are also completed.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Ensuring safety is a priority to self, fellow workers, the general public and the assets of the company and following policies and procedures set out by the company
- Operate one or more specific machines such as but not limited to; spiker, speed swing, loader, backhoe or other on railway track as per the operator manual
- Daily walk around inspection of machine, general housekeeping of machine and minor repairs to machine when necessary to ensure safe operation
- Daily administration of log books, job briefings etc.
- Compliance to track rules and instructions according to CROR
- Assist with manual labour when necessary
- Communicate effectively over radio
- Meet productivity level requirements set out by supervisors/foremen
- Other duties as assigned
- Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
- Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
- Effective communication skills including listening, writing and speaking
- Good client service and public interaction skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Self-motivation
- Good hand and eye coordination

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**:

- High school diploma or equivalent is considered an asset
- 1 year machine operator experience required
- Class 5 Driver's License required, Class 1 Driver's License required to operate a Boom Truck
- CROR required (will train)
- First Aid, Fall Arrest, GEI, Forklift Loader, Specific Machine Operator Certification is an asset (will train)
- Operation of basic hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers
- Sound understanding of safety regulations, safe work practices and work procedures and be capable of assisting in maintaining safe work sites
- Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
- Ability to operator required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
- Effective communication skills including listening, writing and speaking
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Compliance to track rules and instructions according to CROR
- Able to work cycles, night shifts and travel as required

**WHAT WE OFFER**:

- Competitive Pay
- An industry leading comprehensive benefits program
- Challenging work scopes partnered with a highly skilled and experienced team of professionals with a proven track record
- The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture
- We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

**A&B Rail Services Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer**.

TOR

**Salary**: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

**Experience**:

- Machine Operator: 1 year (preferred)
- Railway: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: On the road