Groundsman

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family‑owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

• A competitive annual wage, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependent
• 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

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Groundsman to join our Rail Team on a rotational shift. In this role, you are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car switching services working in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic and great communication skills.

• Ensuring safe operation of the locomotive and train movements
• Ability to carry out specific instructions detailing a train’s route and specific movements
• Perform switching of railcars, including coupling and uncoupling cars, and be able to lift out coupling devices
• Signaling crew members for movement of the engine or train using a radio to indicate when to start, stop, back‑up, set or release air brakes
• Having the ability to move on and off moving or stationary equipment while the train is in motion during yard switching
• Riding moving rail cars using the ladder on the side for extended periods of time

• Previous experience as a groundsman OR working within a rail team is preferred
• Excellent teamwork skills and clear communication
• Physically fit including the ability to pull oneself up and down from a railcar continuously
• Ability to lift (50 lbs +) and twist air hoses, secure rail car brakes, derail, and switches
• Proactive with the ability to take action/assess a situation with team safety paramount
• Comfortable with physically demanding work in all‑weather conditions

• Hourly pay starts at CAD 21.50 / hr, plus overtime after 44 hours
• Vacation, benefits and RRSP matching program
• AIM Tuition Assistance 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

Entry level

Full‑time

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Utilities