Groundsman / Shuttle Train Operator

American Iron & Metal (AIM)  is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. 

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. 

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. 

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence. 

What we offer! 

• A competitive wage, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program 
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents 
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development 
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun! 

Job Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Groundsman / Operator to join our Rail Team in  Montréal-Est, Québec, from Monday to Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  In this role, you are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car switching services working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic and great communication skills. 

What you’re responsible for:

• Ensuring safe operation of the locomotive and train movements
• Ability to carry out specific instructions detailing a train’s route and specific movements
• Perform switching of railcars, including coupling and uncoupling cars, and is able to lift out coupling devices
• Signaling crew members for movement of the engine or train using a radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up, set or release air brakes
• Having the ability to move on and off moving or stationary equipment while the train is in motion during yard switching
• Riding moving rail cars using the ladder on the side for extended amount of periods of time
• Carry out other related tasks as required by operational needs or supervisor directives.

Qualifications

To join our team:

• You have previous experience as a groundsman OR working within a rail team is preferred
• You have excellent teamwork skills and clear communication 
• You are physically fit including the ability to pull oneself up and down from a railcar continuously 
• You are able to lift (50lbs+) and twist air hoses, secure rail car brakes, derails, and switches
• You are proactive with the ability to take action/assess a situation with teams safety paramount 
• You are comfortable with physically demanding work in all-weather conditions
• You have experience in a manufacturing environment and in operating heavy equipment (loaders, cranes, shuttle trains)