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Canadian Pacific Railway Engineer Bridge Inspection in Montreal, Canada
Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Engineer Bridge Inspection is responsible for completing scheduled, periodic, and emergency railroad bridge inspections and providing feedback based on observed field conditions. They provide training, qualification, and oversight for field maintenance employees; and facilitates action plans based on detailed inspection results with the Railroad Bridge Engineer. This position comes with a company vehicle and paid traveling expenses. You can be headquartered out of Chicago, IL, Kansas City, MO, Davenport, IA or St. Paul, MN.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Complete bridge inspections in accordance with FRA Bridge Safety standards and CPKC Bridge Safety Management Plan Policy
Audit bridge maintenance/renewal work for compliance with CPKC Structures Red Book
Make recommendations to territory Manager Bridge Maintenance in regards the inspection and maintenance of bridges
Complete inspections of railroad bridges, overhead highway structures, culverts, retaining walls, and turntables
Directing assignment, use, and operation of Bridge Inspection Vehicle
Establish/manage relationships with their Engineering counterparts on their geographic territory
Required to request and acquire all necessary track authorities to conduct on-track bridge inspections
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Bachelors’ degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in structural, geotechnical or construction management (preferred)
Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) licensing (preferred)
Experience in railroad bridge inspection, maintenance or construction (preferred)
Ability to inspect bridges at heights and wear fall protection
US passport (or able to acquire one) to travel cross border to Canada and Mexico
Valid driver’s license (with no restrictions)
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Performance Incentive Program
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
ADDTIONAL INFORMATION:
As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety critical); all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
Criminal history check
Reference check
Driver’s License verification and/or last 3 years of driving history if a requirement of the position
Background checks that may include 7 years of employment history and Social Security number verification
Management Conductor Program:
Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.
For our US applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
With Job Requisition Fields
Req ID: 103572
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 60-70%
of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 4
Job Available to: Internal & External
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