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Canadian Pacific Railway Road Foreman in Revelstoke 1, 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:
As the Road Foreman you will educate, promote and monitor the safe work practices of operating crews for a given territory and enhance operating ability of Locomotive Engineers, ensuring effective and efficient application of CPKC’s operating rules, practices, safety policies and procedures which improve safety, prevent serious accidents, raise awareness and promote compliance.
Temporary housing support is available!
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Perform locomotive engineer train crew field evaluations
Plan and execute remedial training activities for those found deficient through field evaluation and rules violations
Coordinate and delivery/facilitate all conductor new hire training including oversight of field level on the job training
Coordinate and oversee of triennial recertification training for conductors and locomotive engineers in the area of responsibility
Perform field efficiency testing
Provide input to training course content in identified problem areas as observed in field evaluations and proficiency testing for educational purposes
Deliver any skills training required for conductor and locomotive engineers in the area of responsibility
Respond to and provide expert analysis of download for train handling exceptions, incidents and derailments and implement corrective training when determined required
Availability as required 24/7
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a minimum of two years of experience or as required by regulations as a qualified and practicing railway locomotive engineer
Strong working knowledge of railroad operating rules and regulations including special or dimensional handling, TIH, hours of work and locomotive standards
Strong working knowledge of railway operations
Maintained CROR rules qualification
Working knowledge of the relevant Collective Agreement and its application to locomotive engineers and conductors
Management/supervisory experience is an asset
Effective communication skills and ability to relay effective instruction to conductors and locomotive engineers as it relates to effective train handling and application of safety rules, practices, policies and procedures
Strong facilitation skills
Ability to coach, training and mentor train locomotive engineers, conductors and students
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension plan
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Performance Incentive Program
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL 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:
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety critical position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
Criminal history check
Reference check
Driver’s License 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.
CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Req ID: 103628
Department: Operations Pacific Division
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Revelstoke, British Columbia
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 70-80%
of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 4
Compensation Rate:
Job Available to: Internal & External
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