Transload Operator
- AB, Canada
- Sturgeon County, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
NSC Minerals Ltd., established in 1988, has grown into a leading supplier of minerals - including salt and calcium chloride - across Western Canada and the North and Midwest United States. In 2020, NSC was acquired by Stone Canyon Industry Holdings and is now part of a broader family of companies that includes Windsor Salt and Morton Salt. Our head office is located in Saskatoon, SK, with operating plants in Rocanville, SK, Vanscoy, SK, and Brooks, AB.
Job Summary
The Transload Operator supports safe, efficient material handling by operating heavy equipment and managing key rail activities. The role also maintains a clean, hazard‑free worksite and follows all SOPs and safety protocols to ensure reliable operations.
The ideal candidate is safety-focused, adaptable, and competent in equipment operation and basic maintenance tasks.
Duties And Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Transload Operator supports safe, efficient material handling by operating heavy equipment and managing key rail activities. The role also maintains a clean, hazard‑free worksite and follows all SOPs and safety protocols to ensure reliable operations.
The ideal candidate is safety-focused, adaptable, and competent in equipment operation and basic maintenance tasks.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
- Operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, skid steers, railcar movers, and aerial work platforms (AWP).
- Manage rail operations such as rail switches, spur lines, and transload conveyance systems.
- Perform yard and facility housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Complete equipment checklists, inspections, and Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs).
- Report equipment issues or malfunctions to the Superintendent or Operations Manager.
- Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and investigations.
- Complete required safety and equipment training or retraining.
- Use all required safety equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Experience in a heavy industrial environment operating heavy equipment or rail equipment.
- Flexible mindset with willingness to assist in yard and facility housekeeping.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work safely and follow SOPs.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Manual labour is required.
- Working outdoors is required year round.
- PPE is required to be worn at all times when working on site.
- Site consists of variations in temperature and noise levels.
- Sensory attention/mental stress can be quite high during high production periods.
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Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment and manage rail activities, including switches, spur lines, and transload conveyance systems. Maintain a clean and safe worksite, complete inspections and hazard assessments, report equipment issues, and participate in safety activities and training.
Requirements
Candidates should have experience operating heavy or rail equipment in a heavy industrial environment, communicate effectively, and follow safety procedures. They must be willing to work outdoors in all weather, assist with housekeeping, and have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Rail Equipment Operation
- Rail Switches
- Spur Line Operations
- Transload Conveyance Systems
- Equipment Inspections
- Equipment Checklists
- Field Level Hazard Assessments
- Worksite Housekeeping
- Safety Protocols
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Basic Equipment Maintenance
- Verbal Communication
- Outdoor Work
- Personal Protective Equipment
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- Logistics
- Transportation
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Heavy Industrial Environment
- Wheel Loaders
- Skid Steers
- Railcar Movers
- Aerial Work Platforms
- Rail Operations
- Rail Switches
- Spur Lines
- Transload Conveyance Systems
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Safety Protocols
- Field Level Hazard Assessments
- Equipment Inspections
- Equipment Checklists
- Equipment Maintenance
- Yard Housekeeping
- Facility Housekeeping
- Toolbox Talks
- Safety Meetings
- Safety Investigations
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Outdoor Work
- Mining
- Material Handling