Cando Rail & Terminals · 4 months ago
Locomotive Engineer
Bellingham, WA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$34/hr - $36/hrCando Rail & Terminals is a company specializing in rail operating services, and they are seeking Locomotive Engineers to provide safe and efficient rail car switching services. The role involves working in a team to ensure the safe operation of locomotives while adhering to strict safety protocols and delivering excellent customer service.
Supply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Ensuring safe operation of the locomotive and train movements including conducting clear and concise job briefings
Applying rules, special instructions, and switching procedures while operating as a locomotive engineer or grounds person. This includes but is not limited to working as a team to operate switches and derails, coupling and uncoupling rail cars, managing air hoses, and applying or releasing handbrakes to perform necessary rail car switching maneuvers for the customer
Providing protection of train, track, and equipment
Performing plant and equipment inspections, including air brake tests
Complying with all applicable operating rules, switching procedures, regulations imposed by government, the customer, and/or Cando; practicing and promoting safe work habits
Keeping the interior of the locomotive safe, clean, and tidy
Completing daily inspection and testing of the locomotive brakes and safety devices
Completing daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessary for the customer or Cando
Actively participating with the team and providing excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image
Participating in training or company initiatives as required
Qualification
Required
Ensuring safe operation of the locomotive and train movements including conducting clear and concise job briefings
Applying rules, special instructions, and switching procedures while operating as a locomotive engineer or grounds person
Providing protection of train, track, and equipment
Performing plant and equipment inspections, including air brake tests
Complying with all applicable operating rules, switching procedures, regulations imposed by government, the customer, and/or Cando; practicing and promoting safe work habits
Keeping the interior of the locomotive safe, clean, and tidy
Completing daily inspection and testing of the locomotive brakes and safety devices
Completing daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessary for the customer or Cando
Actively participating with the team and providing excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image
Participating in training or company initiatives as required
Excellent teamwork skills and strong customer service skills
Ability to read and write general documentation including safety briefings, policy and procedure manuals, and switching lists
Physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from a railcar on a continuous basis, able to lift and twist air hoses, able to secure rail car brakes, and operate both derails and switches effectively
Knowledge with technology and computer systems with a willingness to use Excel and Outlook on a daily basis
Ability to obtain and maintain GCOR certification, FRA standard's, TWIC, a valid state driver's license, safety critical medical status, and meet all safety and customer requirements including Drug & Alcohol testing
Preferred
Experience as a Locomotive Operator is preferred
Previous experience in a heavy industrial environment is preferred
Benefits
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!
Company
Cando Rail & Terminals
Cando Rail & Terminals is Canada’s leading provider of specialized rail operating services that allow industrial shippers to optimize their supply chains and connect to Class 1 railways by leveraging Cando’s operating capabilities and network of owned multi-purpose rail terminals.
Founded in 1978
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$72.22MKey Investors
The Canada Infrastructure BankTorQuest Partners
2025-09-10Debt Financing· $72.22M
2022-07-20Acquired
2018-11-09Private Equity
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