Driver - Boom Truck

Boom Truck Operator are responsible for the operation of Cando’s boom trucks. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

•  Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules


• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs


• Award Winning Safety Culture


• Employee Ownership Program


• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances


• Flexible Health & Dental Benefits


• Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years

Job Description

Boom Truck Operator are responsible for the operation of Cando’s boom trucks. Working for the Infrastructure Renewal Department, the Boom Truck Operator ensures safety is a high priority at all times and procedures are respected and followed as per CROR and COR regulations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains railway picker truck on track including cutting rail and loading product into rail gondola cars; when licensed, operates unit on main line track and on road


• Builds relationships with the customer; interfaces with the customer via phone, radio, or in person


• Maintains production quotas set by the customer


• Loads the equipment and secures for transport


• Purchases supplies necessary to maintain the equipment and the safety environment


• Maintains necessary journals or maintenance documents as required by the Department; completes daily paperwork such as car loading, billing information, PO’s, and transmission of all daily activities as pertinent to track daily costing


• Transports the team to and from various locations


• Trains and mentors other employees on the operation and maintenance requirements of the picker truck


• Guides employees in the safe operations of equipment and the rules and regulations required to perform the operations of the Department

 Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Holds and obtains a valid driver’s license (car air brake endorsement an asset); holds or working toward a Class 1 driver’s license; clean Driver’s Abstract (last three years)


• Ability to pass and maintain clear drug & alcohol


• Demonstrated team building skills including interpersonal, communication, and problem solving as well as show strong leadership skills


• Be able to demonstrate the ability to be safe on track and to comprehend oral direction


• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly


• Ability to understand, record, and apply oral and written instructions; document work activities, and prepare required reports or work orders


• Mechanical ability is preferred, with the capability of performing troubleshooting and maintenance in the field


• A base knowledge of costing and computers is an asset


• Willingness to adapt to new technological changes and improvements and participate in training and self-development programs


• Ability to travel for extended periods of time (typically 10 days on, 4 days off) away from the home base of Brandon; work in remote locations in all weather conditions

Education & Experience

• Minimum one year operating a Boom Truck required


• Possess or able to secure Canadian Rail Operating Rules, eRailsafe, and First Aid/CPR certifications

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 of the level of expertise required in this position.