Operator/Helper- Lloydminster, AB

Railserve<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><span>As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—</span><span>you’ll</span><span> be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. </span><span>We’re</span><span> committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where </span><span>everyone’s</span><span> empowered to be their best.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><b>Schedule:</b> 12-hour shift rotating between days/nights including working weekend/stat holidays, 5-5-4  work schedule</div><div><b>Hourly Wage: <span> </span></b>28.35</div><p><b>$</b></p><p><b>Why Join Our Team?</b><br />We take pride in offering our employees rich benefits packages. We appreciate hard-working and passionate individuals, which is why we offer:</p><ul><li><p>Marmon Employee Retirement Program (MERP), with employer contributions and matching</p></li><li><p>Dental and major medical coverage (including prescription drug coverage)</p></li><li><p>Life and Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment insurance</p></li><li><p>Weekly Indemnity coverage</p></li><li><p>Employee Assistance Program</p></li><li><p>Annual safety boot voucher</p></li><li><p>Potential quarterly safety bonus (up to 6% of base salary)</p></li><li><p>Paid vacation (80 hours after 1 year; 120 hours after 5 years)</p></li><li><p>Two paid flex days per year</p></li><li><p>11 paid holidays</p></li><li><p>Bereavement leave</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Who We Are</b><br />Railserve is a leading provider of in-plant rail switching, transloading, and material handling services, operating at over 75 locations in North America. We use our own locomotives and employees to safely move railcars within industrial, manufacturing, and production plants. We also provide rail car loading and unloading, track maintenance, inspection, repair, and more.</p><p>Railserve is a Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway company — part of a global organization made up of more than 175 independent manufacturing and service businesses.</p><p></p><p><b>The Role</b><br />This position is responsible for operating electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives; interpreting train orders, signals, and rules and regulations; transporting freight; and the timely and correct switching and placement of rail cars.</p><p></p><p><b>Pay Rate</b><br />Starting at $28.87 per hour</p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><p>Inspect locomotives before operation</p></li><li><p>Operate throttle and airbrakes to move locomotive</p></li><li><p>Interpret train orders, signals, and rules to ensure safe movement</p></li><li><p>Observe tracks for obstructions</p></li><li><p>Prepare reports on delays, accidents, or other issues</p></li><li><p>Lubricate locomotive parts</p></li><li><p>Operate switches, derails, gates, and related equipment</p></li><li><p>Use radio, hand, and lantern signals to control movement</p></li><li><p>Apply and release hand brakes; couple/uncouple rail cars; handle hoses and chocks</p></li><li><p>Wear required PPE at all times</p></li><li><p>Perform other duties as assigned</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><p><i>Education and Experience</i></p><ul><li><p>High school diploma (or equivalent) preferred</p></li><li><p>Military experience helpful</p></li></ul><p></p><p><i>Skills and Abilities</i></p><ul><li><p>Dependable with reliable transportation</p></li><li><p>Strong verbal and written communication; active listening skills</p></li><li><p>Ability to prioritize and manage tasks efficiently</p></li><li><p>Works well in a team environment and under pressure</p></li><li><p>Follows direction from all levels of management</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Physical Requirements</b></p><ul><li><p>Frequent walking and standing; occasional climbing, crawling, crouching, or kneeling</p></li><li><p>Must be able to lift and move heavy items as required</p></li><li><p>Requires vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Work Environment</b></p><ul><li><p>Outdoor work in varying weather conditions</p></li><li><p>Regular exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals</p></li><li><p>Frequent work around moving equipment</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Ready to make a difference in a hands-on, high-impact role? Apply today and become part of the Railserve team!</b></p><p></p><p>#LI-DNI</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, <span>candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes</span> as permitted or required by applicable law</span><span>.</span></p>