Automotive Handler & Rail Offloader

Autoport Limited is hiring full-time Rail Department employees in Vaughan, Ontario!
At Autoport Limited, you can expect an exciting and interesting environment where you will be able to thrive in a close-knit, safety-focused culture. We provide opportunities for training and growth that create a foundation for long-term careers, and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. This is an entry-level position, but there is no need to stop there;

within Autoport, there is ample opportunity for growth, with tenured employees of 20+ years.
This position involves unloading vehicles to transport by truck, or train. This diverse team works together to productively meet deadlines, solve problems, and carefully drive vehicles off of railcars for consignment. This role will also require climbing up and down railcar ladders, opening and closing railcar doors, placing and removing chocks that secure vehicles for shipment, and the ability to be able to climb in and out of vehicles repeatedly.
This role involves physical labour and requires employees to work outdoors year-round. If you thrive off the high of a “good day’s work” and are comfortable in a physically demanding environment, this position may be for you.
Qualifications and Requirements   Punctual and reliable
High School Diploma or equivalent
Team player with a strong safety mindset
Valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
Able to adhere to quality and safety standards
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Physically capable of performing manual labour, including: climbing ladders up to 15 feet in height; lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50lbs; working on uneven surfaces and in an active railyard environment
Must be able to drive a manual vehicle
Benefits   Unionized position
Company contributions to pension plan
Excellent Health and Dental coverage, with low premiums
Paid personal/sick days
Paid vacation
Yearly clothing allowance for work-related gear and boots
A safety-oriented work environment
About Autoport  Chances are, we handled the car you drive today. As a transportation leader in the automotive industry, Autoport handles more than 2 million import and domestic vehicles annually. We are well positioned to offer seamless access to key ports and global trade. Since our opening in 1971, we have established the solutions, experience, and expertise required to safely transport vehicles to valued customers.
Imagine driving onto a multi-level railcar and the precision it requires. As people drive vehicles throughout North America, we are the ones who ensure that cars are well secured and arrive to dealerships damage-free.
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Autoport Limited is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, communities, and industries. Autoport Limited welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Autoport Limited’s Accommodation Policy is available upon request, including in accessible formats.

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