Driver - CDL A

Job Description

Job Description

Cando Rail & Terminals is North America’s leading provider of specialized rail operating services and terminal infrastructure that allow industrial shippers to optimize their supply chains and connect to Class I railways by leveraging Cando’s operating capabilities and network of owned multi-purpose rail terminals. The company provides a wide range of rail services including industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, short line operations, railcar staging, train assembly, and related services.

Cando Advantages

• Work Life Balance
• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
• Award Winning Safety Culture
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Health & Dental Benefits including voluntary options
• Expanding in the US and we welcome you to come grow with us!

Pay for this position is: $34.50 per hour.

CDL A Drivers are responsible for the safe and efficient transport of products. If you enjoy working outdoors, doing physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Roles & Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently transport products to and from locations year-round.
• Partner with dispatch in safely transporting dry freight materials.
• Assist the operation with other tasks deemed necessary to meet customer expectations.
• Report maintenance issues to Dispatch.
• Take an active role in our safety program including attendance at all safety meetings and ensuring safe behaviors of self and others.

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Work 5 days on, 2 days off. Working Friday through Tuesday, with Wednesday and Thursday off, with usual start time of 4am.
• Safety consciousness and understanding of safe work practices for operating in different environments.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Successfully pass road test, which will include a proper pre- and post-trip inspection of the vehicle.
• Climb into and out of the cab multiple times per shift.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Drive and work in adverse weather conditions to include mountain driving.
• Mechanically inclined.

Education & Experience

• Valid CDL-A license.
• 6 months to 1 year of CDL A driving experience in mountain/snow conditions.
• Stable work history is a MUST.

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand the level of expertise required in this position.