Job Category : Transportation and Train Crew

Requisition Number : CONDU

- Posted : August 18, 2026
- Full-Time
- In office

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Description

The conductor will have to perform yard work such as switching cars, making or splitting up the trains, moving the cars, etc. The employee will be a member of a train crew that will perform work in the rail yards or travel to various locations with the train to service our clients.

Why you should join our team:

- To work in a unique and stimulating field
- To benefit from a range of competitive benefits including:
- A Group Insurance Program a comprehensive coverage including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.
- Telemedicine Services to our employees and their families.
- Fitness Allowance to promote your health, mental health and wellness.
- Savings Program we offer the opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to yourRRSP ) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings AccountTFSA , allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
- An employee and family assistance program - EFAP
- To contribute to a sustainable future, as trains is one of the most eco-friendly modes of transportation in Canada.

Responsibilities:

The selected individual will perform the following functions:

- Manages and controls the movements of the cars by using lantern,



hand and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up or set or release air brakes.
- Operates track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railway; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties.
- Apply and release hand breaks to perform movements.
- Follows the lists of work, respecting the order of those cars on the train.
- Prepares required daily reports and switch lists, manually or electronically.
- Inspects the condition of the train.
- Follows and complies with the various rules, railway safety procedure and standards of Transport Canada.
- Interacts with the railway authorities.
- Other related tasks.

General Requirements:

- Must possess a high school diploma.
- Have experience or is a qualified conductor (important asset).
- Able to adapt to different situations: work schedule, being on call, over time, tasks to accomplish, etc.
- Must be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Must be prepared to work on call 24/7, weekends, shifts.

If selected for the role, candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check, including physical examination, drug screening, criminal record verification, and reference checks.

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