Buffalo Rail & Infrastructure, in partnership with Torq Transloading, is constructing an industry leading rail-to-truck transload terminal in Taylor, British Columbia, located just 15 minutes from Fort Saint John. The facility will handle high-volume frac-sand logistics through automated, high-capacity storage domes and advanced truck-loading systems engineered for reliability, safety, and efficiency. We’re currently hiring motivated, safety-minded professionals to help operate a contemporary, efficient, and growth-focused operation.

Yard Hand / Control Room Trainee

Location: Taylor, BC
Position Type: Full time, working a rotating shift including days and nights (12 hour workdays, 5 on/5 off/4 on/5 off/5 on/4 off), safety-sensitive.

Position Summary

Ready to kick-start your career in industrial operations, rail logistics, or process automation? The Yard Hand / Control Room Trainee role is your entry point into a dynamic, fast-paced terminal workplace where every day brings learning, teamwork, and hands-on experience.

This position supports both yard and control-room operations, helping with railcar unloading, truck-loadout assistance, equipment operation, and general site maintenance. As you grow, you’ll gain exposure to automated control systems, safe-work practices, and the fundamentals needed to progress into a Utility or Control Room Operator role.

If you’re mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and motivated to build a career in the industrial sector, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist with railcar positioning, unloading, and car door opening under supervision.




- Operate small equipment (skid steer, forklift, front-end loader, utility truck, backpack blower) for yard and site maintenance.
- Maintain track and switch areas: cleaning, snow/ice removal, lubrication, and reporting.
- Assist with dome and conveyor housekeeping, dust collection, and access preparation.
- Conduct digital safety and equipment inspections using tablet or handheld apps.
- Help marshal trucks and communicate with drivers during peak loadout periods.
- Learn basic operation of SCADA (HMI), loadout kiosks, and digital workflows.
- Participate in safe-work permits, FLHAs, and toolbox talks; uphold TORQ Transloading safety standards.
- Provide relief coverage for Control Room or Yard Utility positions as training progresses.
- Participate in continuous improvement, waste management, and environmental controls.
- Other duties as required.

Qualifications

- Grade 12 or equivalent; post-secondary technical or trades training an asset.
- Mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial or rail operations.
- Experience in construction, mining, or logistics environments an asset.
- Basic equipment-operation skills (skid steer, forklift, front-end loader) preferred — training available.




- Comfortable with tablets or computers; willing to learn SCADA (HMI), CMMS, and digital checklists.
- Must pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, eRailSafe security clearance, and physical-demands test.
- Valid Class 5 licence.
- Capable of climbing stairs, working underground and performing outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Competency Profile

- Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.
- Reliable, team-oriented, and eager to learn.
- Communicates effectively via two-way radio; follows safe-work discipline (no mobile phones permitted in Rail Operations).
- Demonstrates pride in workmanship and site housekeeping.
- Progresses steadily through structured training and skill development.

Development Path

Yard Hand/Control Room Trainee -Foundational safety, yard, and rail skills

Control Room Operator / Utility -System operations and field integration

Senior Control Room Operator -Shift-level authority and team leadership

What We Offer

- Compensation is competitive, with an annual range of $76,000 to $105,000, aligned with experience.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits on Day 1.
- Seasonal work clothing above and beyond basic PPE is provided.
- Opportunities for career development and advancement within a growing operation.
- Supportive team culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Work with modern, well-maintained rail and unloading systems in a professional industrial setting.

Torq Transloading supports a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.

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