Boom Truck Operator are responsible for the operation of Cando’s boom trucks. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!
Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!
Cando Advantages
- Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
- Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
- Award Winning Safety Culture
- Employee Ownership Program
- Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
- Flexible Health & Dental Benefits
- Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years
Job Description
Boom Truck Operator are responsible for the operation of Cando’s boom trucks. Working for the Infrastructure Renewal Department, the Boom Truck Operator ensures safety is a high priority at all times and procedures are respected and followed as per CROR and COR regulations.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Operates and maintains railway picker truck on track including cutting rail and loading product into rail gondola cars; when licensed, operates unit on main line track and on road
- Builds relationships with the customer; interfaces with the customer via phone, radio, or in person
- Maintains production quotas set by the customer
- Loads the equipment and secures for transport
- Purchases supplies necessary to maintain the equipment and the safety environment
- Maintains necessary journals or maintenance documents as required by the Department; completes daily paperwork such as car loading, billing information, PO’s, and transmission of all daily activities as pertinent to track daily costing
- Transports the team to and from various locations
- Trains and mentors other employees on the operation and maintenance requirements of the picker truck
- Guides employees in the safe operations of equipment and the rules and regulations required to perform the operations of the Department
Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
- Holds and obtains a valid driver’s license (car air brake endorsement an asset); holds or working toward a Class 1 driver’s license; clean Driver’s Abstract (last three years)
- Ability to pass and maintain clear drug & alcohol
- Demonstrated team building skills including interpersonal, communication, and problem solving as well as show strong leadership skills
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to be safe on track and to comprehend oral direction
- Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to understand, record, and apply oral and written instructions; document work activities, and prepare required reports or work orders
- Mechanical ability is preferred, with the capability of performing troubleshooting and maintenance in the field
- A base knowledge of costing and computers is an asset
- Willingness to adapt to new technological changes and improvements and participate in training and self-development programs
- Ability to travel for extended periods of time (typically 10 days on, 4 days off) away from the home base of Brandon; work in remote locations in all weather conditions
Education & Experience
- Minimum one year operating a Boom Truck required
- Possess or able to secure Canadian Rail Operating Rules, eRailsafe, and First Aid/CPR certifications
Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.
