Part time Rail Loader - Jobs in Oshawa, ON

Job Description

Auto Warehousing Company Canada (AWCC) is hiring in Oshawa, ON. We are looking to hire Part time Rail Loaders to join our team. Apply today!Position Title: Part Time Rail Loader -Location: 1150 Stevenson Rd. S., Oshawa, ONStatus: Part TimePurposeThe Rail Loader is responsible for preparing the rail cars for loading, driving the customers finished product onto the rail cars, secure the vehicles down and preparing the rail cars for transportation this position will be part time with majority weekend work and holidays with the ability to pick up shifts when available.Essential Duties

• Prepare the rail car for loading
• Enter the new vehicle designated for the rail car
• Drive the new vehicle from the staging area onto the rail car and park it
• Exit the vehicle
• Place the chock blocks in their proper position on both sides of the tire
• Place the strap into position around the tire
• Pull the strap tight through the seatbelt clip on the bracket
• Position the ratchet onto the nut of each chock block
• Tighten the nut until the ratchet clicks twice at the preset foot-pounds of pressure
• Exit the train by climbing down the ladder railings on the outside of the rail car
• Lift and lower the Deck Lids on the ends of the rail cars after all the vehicles have been loaded or off-loaded
• Check vehicles for any damage and report to Supervisor or Manager

Loader Tasks

• Ensure the loading equipment has been properly inspected
• Make sure derailer and safety procedures are up (blue flag protection)
• Mount the loader
• Power up the equipment
• Maneuver equipment into place at appropriate deck level of rail car
• Make sure equipment is secured in place using all safe measures
• To remove from rail car, reverse the above procedure

Other Duties / Requirements

• Exhibit a behaviour and conduct that maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that the incumbent gets along with customers, vendors, co-workers, and management
• Maintain good and regular attendance
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a variety of work situations
• Present a positive demeanour
• Be able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

Relevant Physical Activity DemandsLoadingSitting: The worker sits while driving a vehicleStanding/Walking: Waking from the bus to the vehicle, Walking off the train, Walking from the train back to the busClimbing: Climb up or down a ladder on the side of the rail car to enter or exit the trainLifting/Carrying: Chock blocks weigh 3.5 - 4 kg (8-9 lbs), Bridge plates weigh 18 kg (40 lbs)Pushing/Pulling: The pins on the Deck Lids are pulled out with 9 kg (20 lbs) of force, Car chock blocks are secured by pushing on a pin with the thumb or finger with 9 kg (20 lbs) of forceGripping/Handling: Holding the steering wheel while driving, gripping rungs of the ladder while climbing and using three-point contact. Grip force while climbing onto the train must be at least ½ of the body weight especially on first rung where legs are used only minimally. Grip forces must match or exceed the forces described for lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling above, where the hands are usedBending: The worker must work with blocks on the floor of the rail car, which requires forward bending of the neck and some forward bending of the torso as well. Any worker taller than 160 cm (5 feet, 3 inches) must bend the neck and or the body to walk on the tri-level rail cars.Kneeling: Most workers kneel while working with the chock blocksReaching: Bridge plates are passed from below to overhead when placing them on the highest level of the rail carsRatchetingStanding/Walking: Walking between vehicles, along entire length of trainClimbing: Must climb on and off trains, up/down as many as 12 ladder rungs on the side of the rail car using three-point contact on the ladderKneeling/Squatting: While tightening chock blocks on the rail car floor. Most Ratcheters wear knee padsLifting/Carrying: Regular size ratchet weighs 1 kg (2 lbs)Pushing/Pulling: Tension in the handle at the highest point of tension on the chock block was measured to be 12 kg (27 lbs)Gripping/Handling: Must be able to hold the ratchet handle with the hands while tightening, which would require a grip force of at least 12 kg (27 lbs)Bending: Any worker taller than 160 cm (5 feet, 3 inches) would have to bend the neck and or the back to walk on the trainsRepetition: Calculations for Pushing/Pulling and Gripping, The chock block must be tightened to a point where the ratchet "clicks" twiceWorking Conditions:

• Work is performed out doors in all weather conditions
• Work with a team of other Rail associates
• Work in tight spaces when vehicles are loaded onto the rail cars

Minimum Requirements

• Secondary school diploma
• Minimum one year heavy labour experience
• Valid drivers license; good driving record
• Basic computer skills - beginner level skills with word processing and spreadsheet software
• Follow directions, both written and verbal
• Able to drive both standard and automatic automobiles
• Ability to adhere to strict quality standards without variance
• Ability to interact with others effectively
• Ability to communicate diplomatically
• Good visual ability
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Knowledge of the use of hand tools (i.e., wrenches, screw drivers, ratchets, etc.)
• Must have a good sense of balance
• Ability to work at a height approximately 15 feet above the ground
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs) over head
• Ability to push, pull, or carry up to 35 kg (85 lbs)
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to climb up and down railcar ladders
• Ability to stop/kneel/crouch/crawl repetitively
• Ability to get in and out of vehicles drivers door with minimal door opening clearance

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. If your application requires accommodation, please contact email welcomeawcquestions@autowc.com . We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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