About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Noisy. Outdoors. Hot. Cold/refrigerated. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Operate locomotives on railways. Operate locomotives to switch, couple and uncouple cars for loading and unloading. Operate communication systems to communicate with train crews and traffic controllers to ensure safe operation and scheduling of trains. Perform switching operations according to written switching orders or dispatched instructions. Keep maintenance reports and documentation. Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions. Security and safety: Bondable. Driver's validity licence check. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Travel expenses paid by employer. Willing to travel regularly. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Work under pressure. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Ability to distinguish between colours. Sound discrimination. Standing for extended periods. Handling heavy loads. Manual dexterity. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Gloves. Safety glasses/goggles. Personal suitability: Accurate. Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Team player. Reliability. Employment terms options: Evening. Flexible hours. Morning. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Day. Overtime required. Financial benefits: As per collective agreement. Other benefits: Other benefits.