Job Description

Labourers with Cando are responsible for performing the safe and efficient loading, unloading and securement of product to railcars. 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!

Labourers with Cando are responsible for performing the safe and efficient loading, unloading and securement of product to railcars. Working in a customer-oriented environment, the Labourer must work well in teams to maximize efficiency while demonstrating a strong initiative and safety focus.

Roles & Responsibilities

Conduct and participate in clear and concise job briefings. Operate equipment such as lift truck, genie lift, spacer machine, etc. according to the safety rules and regulations of Cando and its customer. Maintain inventory by identifying, labelling, and placing frames and supplies in stock and recording locations of inventory. Locate materials and supplies by pulling and verifying frames are listed in production/shipping orders. Prepare stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, placing, loading, scanning, and capping/securing product on truck and/or railcar. Lift 25 lb rods into caps above head height and secure by pulling a chain through the rod; ratchet turnbuckles on chains until chain is tight and load is secure, lift and sort 20 lb spacers to support production. Adhere to all Health and Safety Programs; conduct job hazard analysis, report unsafe working conditions, and ensure they are repaired immediately. Contribute to team effort by assisting other team members in all functions of the job; take direction from Shift Supervisor Work and operate equipment according to customer and Cando's safety rules and regulations. Ensure the site is clean, tidy, organized, and a safe work place at all times

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

Prioritize and perform multiple tasks with the ability to meet daily demands and function in busy situations. Ability to operate and perform daily maintenance checks on required machinery, including the ability to change clamps and exchange propane cylinders. Medically fit to work in a safety sensitive environment; physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from forklift, genie lift, and railcar. Ability to work outside in all weather conditions on a site that operates 24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week. Demonstrate initiative to work with others to foster a respectful workplace. Able to accept new challenges and responsibilities as they arise.

Education & Experience

Training will be provided; Must be able to hold and maintain required certification. Experience operating forklifts, genie lifts, etc. is preferred.

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 the level of expertise required in this position.