Permanent Machine Operator – Hillsport, ON
City : Toronto
Category : Hourly Direct Hire
Industry : Recruitment/Staffing
Employer : The Adecco Group
Adecco is currently hiring a Permanent Machine Operator for a full-time opportunity. This role is ideal for someone with experience operating heavy equipment who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the maintenance and safety of railway infrastructure. In this position, you will operate on- and off-track machinery to support track maintenance activities, while also assisting with inspections, repairs, and general track work when required. This is a hands-on role that requires strong attention to safety, physical endurance, and the ability to work in various environmental conditions.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. This position is open to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis, the Indigenous peoples of Canada. Through this initiative, Adecco is taking proactive measures to support the equitable representation of Indigenous peoples in the workforce in alignment with section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.
Responsibilities
Operate on- and off-track heavy equipment to support track repair and maintenance activities
Remove and replace defective ties, rail spikes, and anchors
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
Install and repair street and railroad crossings
Distribute track materials across work sites
Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and debris from right-of-way areas
Establish and maintain proper drainage systems
Inspect and maintain heavy equipment
Perform track inspections and general maintenance when equipment operation is not required
Follow all safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures
Qualifications
Must be eligible to work and reside within Canada
High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions
Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks and lift up to 50 lbs (70 lbs occasionally)
Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Assets
Experience in similar working conditions
Post-secondary trade education
Mechanical experience or training
Knowledge of rail operating rules or signals
Why Apply
Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package
Paid training and ongoing career development opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Defined benefit pension plan
Employee share investment program
Educational assistance programs
Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
Telemedicine services
Employee discount programs
Unionized role with structured pay and benefits
Paid training program including a four-week training session with additional on-the-job training
Travel and accommodation support when working away from home
Land Acknowledgement
Adecco acknowledges that our head office is located in Tkarón:to/Toronto, on the traditional territory of many Nations, including the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, the Huron-Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We recognize that our teams operate in offices and communities across the country, on the ancestral and contemporary lands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We’re committed to continued learning, respectful relationships, and taking meaningful actions in partnership with Indigenous communities.
Adecco is currently hiring a Permanent Machine Operator for a full-time opportunity. This role is ideal for someone with experience operating heavy equipment who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to the maintenance and safety of railway infrastructure. In this position, you will operate on- and off-track machinery to support track maintenance activities, while also assisting with inspections, repairs, and general track work when required. This is a hands-on role that requires strong attention to safety, physical endurance, and the ability to work in various environmental conditions.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. This position is open to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis, the Indigenous peoples of Canada. Through this initiative, Adecco is taking proactive measures to support the equitable representation of Indigenous peoples in the workforce in alignment with section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.
Responsibilities
Operate on- and off-track heavy equipment to support track repair and maintenance activities
Remove and replace defective ties, rail spikes, and anchors
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment, and gauge
Install and repair street and railroad crossings
Distribute track materials across work sites
Clear brush, vegetation, snow, and debris from right-of-way areas
Establish and maintain proper drainage systems
Inspect and maintain heavy equipment
Perform track inspections and general maintenance when equipment operation is not required
Follow all safety standards, operating rules, and safe work procedures
Qualifications
Must be eligible to work and reside within Canada
High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions
Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks and lift up to 50 lbs (70 lbs occasionally)
Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Assets
Experience in similar working conditions
Post-secondary trade education
Mechanical experience or training
Knowledge of rail operating rules or signals
Why Apply
Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package
Paid training and ongoing career development opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Defined benefit pension plan
Employee share investment program
Educational assistance programs
Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
Telemedicine services
Employee discount programs
Unionized role with structured pay and benefits
Paid training program including a four-week training session with additional on-the-job training
Travel and accommodation support when working away from home
Land Acknowledgement
Adecco acknowledges that our head office is located in Tkarón:to/Toronto, on the traditional territory of many Nations, including the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, the Huron-Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We recognize that our teams operate in offices and communities across the country, on the ancestral and contemporary lands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We’re committed to continued learning, respectful relationships, and taking meaningful actions in partnership with Indigenous communities.