Why Join MobilGrain?
At MobilGrain, you'll find more than just a job—you'll have the opportunity to make an impact. As a Conductor with Big Sky Rail (BGS), you'll play an important role in safely and efficiently moving grain and bulk commodities across our Saskatchewan shortline rail network.
Big Sky Rail operates from Delisle to Beechy and from the Macrorie area to Laporte. Through a running rights agreement with CN, BGS crews and equipment also have direct interchange access into CN's Chappell Yard in Saskatoon. BGS connects with affiliate railway Last Mountain Railway (LMR), extending our service across a broader regional network.
This is a hands-on railway operations role where you'll work as part of the BGS operating team to support safe train movements, switching and railcar operations. For experienced railway professionals interested in shortline operations, this is an opportunity to join a growing part of MobilGrain's rail network
This is a unionized position.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits.
- RRSP Matching.
Position Summary
The Conductor is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of locomotives and trains across the Big Sky Rail network and applicable running rights territory.
Working as part of the operating crew, the Conductor performs switching, couples and uncouples railcars, connects air hoses, performs brake tests, completes required paperwork and supports the safe movement and placement of railcars.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform switching and support the safe movement and placement of railcars across the Last Mountain Railway network.
- Work within applicable running rights territory and interchange locations.
- Couple and uncouple railcars and locomotives.
- Connect and disconnect air hoses and perform required brake tests.
- Complete required railway paperwork and operating documentation.
- Understand and comply with applicable railway signals, operating rules and procedures.
- Communicate effectively with Locomotive Engineers, other crew members and railway personnel to coordinate safe train movements.
- Complete required equipment inspections and identify and report safety or equipment concerns.
- Assist with troubleshooting mechanical issues involving locomotives and report identified issues as required.
- Work safely around locomotives, railcars and active railway operations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12 Diploma or GED required.
- Valid Driver's Licence required.
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a qualified/ticketed Conductor.
- Basic understanding of railway signals.
- Rule 105 training required.
- QSOC (Qualified Standards for Operating Crews) training required.
- Demonstrated understanding of railway switching, brake tests and safe railcar movement.
- Experience operating into and out of CN's Chappell Yard in Saskatoon is preferred.
- Strong commitment to safe railway operations.
Work Schedule & Travel
- This is an on-call, unionized position based on operational requirements.
- Guaranteed 70 hours per two-week pay period, with employees paid for actual hours worked when hours exceed the guarantee.
- Work is performed throughout the Big Sky Rail network and applicable running rights territory.
Pay: From $34.77 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- Conductor: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
