Transload Helper

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you are part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Major Responsibilities

Manual daily labor associated with resizing/restacking lumber lifts for export.Blocking, bracing securing railcars for unloading/loadingComplete paperwork associated with the loading and unloading of railcars and trailersBeing able to work physically out in the weather conditions for the entirety of their shifts.

Working Conditions

Working from heights, tossing cables on top of Center beams, tightening cables for securement purposes.Available to work shifts, weekends, holidays, nights and occasional overtime when necessaryRegular exposure to dust, pollen, noise and vibrationsPhysical: lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 70 pounds occasionallyClimb and balance, grip handholds while working at heights of 4-8 feet (1-2 meters) off the groundBend, stoop, squat, kneel, and perform overhead work

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)Valid driver’s licenceMust be at least 18 years of ageAbility to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stressDemonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with othersGood verbal, reading comprehension, and writing skillsBe dedicated to meeting established standards of quality, safety, productivity and client satisfaction Hand-eye coordinationProficiency with shovels, rods and pry bars, sledgehammers, jackhammers, wrenches, hand and power drills, hand tools and technical instruments (meters)Proficiency in the operation of Forklifts, up to 28,000 pounds (13,000 kg) capacityVocational and technical training or knowledge of Rail Operating Rules 

This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500-mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.