General Labourer – Vancouver, BC

Alliance Grain Terminal is looking for a motivated General Labourer to join our team for our export terminal in the Port of Vancouver. The successful candidate will be trained in various positions including operating a rail locomotive as well as operating computer controlled equipment to facilitate the unloading of grain from rail cars and the loading of grain to vessels and trucks. The position is accountable to the Operations Supervisor (s). A strong work ethic and attention to detail are a must.

The terminal operates on a continuous 24-hour basis with morning, afternoon and graveyard shifts. The general schedule block rotation for the terminal is 6 days on, 3 days off.
Key responsibilities:

• Coordinating General Labourer duties with Operations Supervisor(s) through effective communications
• Operate all equipment in a safe efficient way according to company policies and procedures
• Accountable for the safe operation of equipment by ensuring safe work practices and standards are adhered to
• Reports and follows-up any maintenance requirements to the appropriate departments
• Load grain trucks
• Keep facility and site clean, tidy and free of fire and other safety hazards while working within the Employee Health & Safety guidelines. Follow ISO standards and procedures
• Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Proven ability to adhere to and maintain workplace health and safety initiatives
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license is preferred
• Basic understanding of the Canadian Grain Industry would be considered an asset.

Education and Qualifications:

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that result in the required level of knowledge skill and competence will be considered
• Related forklift, skid-steer or loader experience is considered an asset
• Ability to plan, organize, and communicate (both written and oral), with team members and management
• Must have demonstrated initiative, leadership, and diplomacy and the ability to contribute to the efficient operation of the terminal operation
• Valid first aid ticket (Level 2 or higher) is considered an asset.

Compensation:

• AGT offers competitive wages starting at $41.50 an hour
• Comprehensive Health and Benefits Package
• Pension Plan.

Alliance Grain Terminal Ltd. (AGT) is a Canadian owned export grain terminal located on the south shore of the Burrard Inlet in the scenic Port of Vancouver. The facility has an annual capacity of 4.8 million metric tonnes and provides terminal services for the movement of Canadian agricultural products from rail to vessel.

Alliance Grain Terminal is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that is reflective of Canadian society. As a result, Alliance Grain Terminal is an equal opportunity employer and is in compliance with the Employment Equity Act. We welcome applications from women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

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