All Ontario Recycling (
AOR
) has been hauling scrap metal for more than 30 years. Operating throughout Ontario, we are the leading supplier to the largest steel mills and other end users of scrap metal in the province. All Ontario Recycling has built a strong business culture based on key values of honesty, integrity and teamwork that govern what we will do to meet our customer’s metal recycling needs.
What we offer:
- $30/hour after training
- A competitive compensation package
- Vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program
- 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!
Position Summary
The Rail Team Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of the Rail Team, including the Torch Operator and AZ Operator, while working on or alongside active rail lines and at designated rail sites.
The Rail Team Lead is also responsible for maintaining a strong focus on team safety, monitoring rail traffic, communicating train movements to the team, and ensuring the team is able to safely clear the rail line within the required time and distance when a train is approaching.
This position requires an individual who is highly detail-oriented, safety-focused, observant, and able to make sound decisions in a time-sensitive work environment. The Rail Team Lead will also support the team with documentation, field observations, minor repairs, and welding activities when the team is not actively working on the rail.
What you’re responsible for:
- Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the Rail Team, including the Torch Operator and AZ Operator.
- Provide direction to team members to ensure work is completed efficiently and according to job requirements.
- Maintain awareness of the team's location, activities, and progress throughout the workday.
- Ensure team members understand and follow established rail-site procedures.
- Maintain a strong focus on the safety and well-being of all team members.
- Communicate effectively with team members and other personnel working in the area.
Rail Traffic Monitoring & Team Safety
- Continuously monitor the radio for information regarding approaching trains and rail traffic.
- Listen for and communicate train movements and other relevant rail information to the team.
- Ensure the team is aware of approaching trains and has sufficient time to safely clear the rail.
- Direct the team to move off the rail and to a designated safe distance when required.
- Exercise sound judgment when determining when work must stop and the team must clear the rail.
- Maintain constant awareness of the team's location relative to the rail, surrounding environment, and approaching rail traffic.
- Communicate clearly and promptly with the team during time-sensitive situations.
- Call out mile markers to the team as the work progresses along the rail.
- Maintain accurate awareness of the team's location and progress.
- Ensure field notes and location information are recorded accurately.
Field Support & Documentation
- Drive alongside the rail team as required to monitor operations and support the team's activities.
- Record detailed notes regarding work completed, locations, material, equipment, and other relevant job information.
- Maintain accurate documentation throughout the workday.
- Monitor the progress of the work and communicate any issues or changes to the appropriate personnel.
- Assist with coordinating equipment and resources as required.
Mechanical Repairs & Welding
- Assist with minor repairs and maintenance while the team is waiting for trains to pass or when rail work is temporarily paused.
- Perform basic welding and fabrication work as required.
- Assist with maintaining and repairing equipment used by the Rail…
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