Rail Unloader

JOB DESCRIPTION

Department:

Rail

Job Title:

Rail Unloader

Facility:

Wolverton

Reports to:

Operations Manager

Summary of Position:

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. The AWCC Wolverton, ON facility provides logistics services for Glovis Canada Inc.

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.

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:

• 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.

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 at the highest point of tension on the chock block 12 kg/27 lbs.)
• 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.)
• 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)
• Kneel, squat, crawl (while working with chock blocks and straps)
• Sitting (driving vehicle)
• Standing & Walking (working inside rail cars, walking in the yard)
• Good visual ability
• Good hearing ability

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

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.