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Conductor - Sault Ste Marie, ON
Watco
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Full-time
…logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One…
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Scale House Operator
Municipal Group of Companies
NS · Nova Scotia, Canada
- Full-time
Provide direction to customers for in-yard drop off
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Principal Engineer
Vale
Sudbury, ON · Greater Sudbury, ON,CA
- Full-time
…maximize value, improve reliability, reduce operational risk, and support sustainable business…
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PERMA PIPE INC
Camrose, AB
- $27 to $28 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Support inventory control and yard organization by staging and storing materials properly.
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Labour/Swamper/Tally Person
PERMA PIPE INC
Camrose, AB
- $22 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Shift: Must be able to work 8 - 12 hour shifts"
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Labour/Swamper/Tally Person
PERMA PIPE INC
Camrose, AB
- $22 CAD / hour
- Full-time
Shift: Must be able to work 8 - 12 hour shifts"
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Supply Chain & Engineering – Manager, Warehousing Functional Lead (WMS & Distribution Center Operations)
Accenture
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…location management), labor management, returns processing, and yard management - identifying process gaps, inefficiencies, and WMS configuration…
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Casual Maintenance Worker
The Salvation Army in Canada
Niagara Falls, ON
- Part-time
…necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging…
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Lot / Yard Attendant
Custom Truck One Source
Ayr, ON
- Full-time
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Maintenance Worker, Forest Park Hotel
Pursuit Collection
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- Full-time
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving abstract
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General Labourer – Shipyard Operations
Nova Scotia Boatbuilders Association
NS · East River Point, NS
- Full-time
Assist with yard maintenance and operational support tasks
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Paint and Fiberglass Technician
Nova Scotia Boatbuilders Association
NS · East River Point, NS
- Full-time
and operational support in a fast-paced marine environment
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Sales & Operations Coordinator
Hi-Lite Systems Ltd.
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Project Manager Facilities
CPKC
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Lead facilities construction, renovation, maintenance, utility, and yard infrastructure projects from initial assessment through design, construction, commissioning, and closeout
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Casual Maintenance Worker
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory
Niagara Falls, ON · Honourable Ray and Helen Lawson Eventide Home
- Part-time
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Lot / Yard Attendant
Custom Truck One Source
Ayr, ON
- Full-time
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Heavy Duty Technician
AMECO
Leduc, AB
- $55 to $57 CAD / hour
- Full-time
AMECO is seeking a skilled Journeyman RED Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic/Technician to support our Edmonton Operations Centre. This role supports equipment reliability and supports day-to-day…
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Customer Sales and Service Representative
UFA Co-operative Ltd.
Mayerthorpe, AB
Maximize sales and customer support through best-in-class customer service. Provide prompt service and assistance to UFA’s customers in a friendly and courteous manner either in person or…
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Project Specialist
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Moosomin, SK
- Full-time
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Lot / Yard Attendant
Custom Truck One Source
Ayr, ON
- Full-time
The Yard Attendant plays a key role in supporting branch operations by ensuring CTOS equipment is rental-ready and assisting with the loading and unloading of trucks and equipment. This…
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Lot / Yard Attendant
Custom Truck One Source
Ayr, ON
- Full-time
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Civil Designer - Power and Transmission
Stantec
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- Full-time
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Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB)
Ottawa, ON · Nepean, ON
- Part-time
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Watco

Conductor - Sault Ste Marie, ON

Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 13, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 13, 2026

Original job description

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.

Here's What You Can Expect From Watco

Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
Competitive compensation and benefits
Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center
Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

The conductor/switchman position will control and coordinate the train movements while switching railcars whether in the yard of a railroad, industrial plant, or similar location to facilitate the unloading and loading of railcars in a safe and efficient manner to service our customers. This position is a manual labor position which requires that the individual become proficient in the following skills, duties, and requirements within a prescribed training and introductory period.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance
Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule
Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math
Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment
Reads switching orders from designated person
Supervises and coordinates the activities of train crews
Receives oral or written instructions from Manager or Customer indicating which cars are to be switched
Notifies engineer of switching orders and, whereby, which cars are to be moved to specified locations of yard, using radio, verbal or hand signals
Talks to crew or other yard workers via radio to give or receive switching information
Confers with train dispatcher via radio to issue or receive information or instructions concerning stops, delays, or oncoming trains
Gives instructions to throw track switches and to couple and uncouple cars
May assist workers to throw switches or perform other activities involved when performing switching operations.
Turns hand brake wheel or ratchet type brake as well to apply and release handbrakes
Observes track to detect obstructions
Maintains records, number, origin, destination, and cargo of cars switched
May coordinate activities of switching crew from locomotive cab, caboose, or control tower
Raises coupling lever to couple or uncouple cars
Throws track switches to facilitate shunting of cars and signals Engineer to move cars, using lantern, arm signals or radio
Connects air hose to cars when making up trains by bending and applying force
May set warning signals, such as flares, flags, or lanterns at front of and at rear of train during emergency stops to warn oncoming trains
Sits or rides in cab of locomotive to observe signals from other crew members
May make minor repairs to couplings, and air hoses and report any equipment requiring major repairs
Talk to Dispatcher via radio to give or receive switching information

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.

Education

High School or GED equivalent

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Responsibilities

Coordinate train movements and switch railcars in yards or industrial locations, following switching orders and communicating with crew members and dispatchers. Operate switches and brakes, couple or uncouple cars, monitor track conditions, maintain switching records, and support safe and efficient rail operations.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required, along with the ability to pass or obtain all required reporting, testing, and certifications. Candidates must communicate in English, understand basic math, follow instructions, learn procedures, and demonstrate reliable attendance and sound judgment.

Skills

Train Switching
Railcar Handling
Train Crew Coordination
Radio Communication
Reading Switching Orders
Track Switch Operation
Coupling And Uncoupling Railcars
Handbrake Operation
Signal Recognition
Safety Procedures
Recordkeeping
Basic Math
Following Written And Verbal Instructions
Equipment Inspection
Minor Coupling And Air Hose Repairs

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Benefits
Paid On-The-Job Training
Leadership And Development Programs
Career Advancement Opportunities

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Keywords

Railroad
Railcar Switching
Train Movements
Railroad Yard
Industrial Plant
Switching Orders
Train Crew
Train Dispatcher
Radio Communication
Hand Signals
Track Switches
Coupling
Uncoupling
Handbrakes
Air Hoses
Rail Safety
Track Obstructions
Switching Records
Emergency Warning Signals
Equipment Repairs
On-The-Job Training
High School Diploma
GED
Certifications

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