The Company

Southern Railway of Vancouver Island (SVI) is the operating railroad for Vancouver Island freight and potential passenger services and works under a haulage arrangement with Southern Railway of British Columbia Limited (SRY). SVI provides rail freight services to various customers on Vancouver Island via Transload operation based in Wellcox yard offering connections to North American Railroads (Canadian National, Canadian Pacific, Burlington North Santa Fe, and Union Pacific) who have the ability to reach across the continent. SVI is the rail operator for the Island Corridor Foundation (ICF) and is well-positioned to operate any future or potential rail operations which may arise, this includes expanding Transload Operations, Freight, Tourism, and Passenger or Commuter trains.

The Opportunity

Do you like to be challenged and wear different job hats to keep your day interesting? We are looking for someone who is flexible to do many different jobs, assisting in the maintenance and operations of the railroad; if this describes you, we want YOU! Reporting to the SVI Superintendent, the incumbent will have a wide array of responsibilities to keep their day going which may include the following:

• Transload products from railcar to truck;
• Perform manual labor functions, such as tie replacement, shoveling, tamping, brush cutting and other maintenance related tasks;
• Operate track machines, tools and equipment as required; Operate and maintain track switches as needed;
• Operate company vehicles;
• Other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Person

The successful incumbent will:

• Possess minimum grade 12 diploma or equivalent;
• Hold a valid and clean BC Driver's License;
• Have the physical ability to perform manual labor functions; and
• Have availability to work any shift including holidays, if required.

Additional information:

• Preference is given to applicants who also hold a Conductor or Locomotive Engineer qualification;
• This job requires the incumbent to work outdoors in ALL weather conditions, and walk extended distances over uneven terrain; and
• Adherence to safety procedures/guidelines at all times is required. Safety is our core value which requires you to wear proper safety personal protective equipment.

All new hires will be required to undergo and pass a criminal record check and pre-employment physical and medical evaluation that includes drug screening. If you are interested in joining a dynamic fast-paced organization, apply on our website at www.sryraillink.com/careers. NOTE: only applications received on our careers site will be reviewed and given consideration. Applications received on Indeed.ca will NOT be monitored. This posting will remain open until the position is filled.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Southern Railway of Vancouver Island is an equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $23.56 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Do you understand you MUST apply directly on SRY's career page: www.sryraillink.com/careers to have your application reviewed and given consideration. Application received on Indeed.ca will NOT be monitored.

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Canadian SIN or working VISA/permit (required)
• BC Driver's License (required)

Work Location: One location

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