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Train Conductor

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Jarvis, Ontario

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Overview

Southern Ontario Railway Inc. is hiring a full-time train conductor in Jarvis, ON. The role manages car movements in rail yards and on train runs, with on-call, weekend and shift work. The posting states pay of $35.48 to $44.35 per hour and a range of benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Direct car movements with lantern, hand, flag or radio signals
  • Operate track switches and set or release brakes
  • Follow work lists and prepare daily reports and switch lists
  • Inspect train condition and comply with Transport Canada rules

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma required
  • Valid driver's licence required
  • Experience or qualified conductor is an important asset
  • Ability to work on call, 24/7, weekends and shifts

Tools & skills

radiotrack switchlanternflagair brakes

Benefits mentioned

DentalVisionLife insuranceRetirement planEmployee assistanceWellness
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-06-22
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

DepartmentTransportation & driving
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, overtime, weekends, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOutdoors, Plant or factory, Vehicle
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Wellness, Home office allowance

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Job description

The conductor will have to perform yard work such as switching cars, making or splitting up the trains, moving the cars, etc. The employee will be a member of a train crew that will perform work in the rail yards or travel to various locations with the train to service our clients.

Company: Southern Ontario Railway Inc.
Work location: Jarvis, ON
Status: Permanent
Salary: $35.48 - $44.35

Why you should join our team:

  • To work in a unique and stimulating field
  • To benefit from a range of competitive benefits including:
  • A Group Insurance Program a comprehensive coverage including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.
  • Telemedicine Services to our employees and their families.
  • Fitness Allowance to promote your health, mental health and wellness.
  • Savings Program we offer the opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to your RRSP) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings Account TFSA, allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
  • An employee and family assistance program - EFAP
  • To contribute to a sustainable future, as trains is one of the most eco-friendly modes of transportation in Canada.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The selected individual will perform the following functions:

  • Manages and controls the movements of the cars by using lantern, hand and/or flag signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up or set or release air brakes.
  • Operates track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railway; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties.
  • Apply and release hand breaks to perform movements.
  • Follows the lists of work, respecting the order of those cars on the train.
  • Prepares required daily reports and switch lists, manually or electronically.
  • Inspects the condition of the train.
  • Follows and complies with the various rules, railway safety procedure and standards of Transport Canada.
  • Interacts with the railway authorities.
  • Work safely.
  • Other related tasks.

General Requirements:

  • Must possess a high school diploma.
  • Have experience or is a qualified conductor (important asset).
  • Able to adapt to different situations: work schedule, being on call, over time, tasks to accomplish, etc.
  • Must be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions.
  • Must be prepared to work on call 24/7, weekends, shifts.
  • Valid driver’s license

If selected for the role, candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check, including physical examination, drug screening, criminal record verification, and reference checks.

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