• Job Description

  Req#: 222090

  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:

  This position inspects track for FRA213 (track standards) compliance. It protects track that is not in compliance by taking appropriate remedial action to protect trains and crews and promotes safety with crew by conducting job audits and safety meetings.

  POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Inspects tracks after repairs are made
  • Responds to trouble calls and conducts special visual inspections following adverse weather alerts
  • Exemplifies CPKC Vision, Values, and Culture in each and every interaction with team, clients, and stakeholders

  POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum five (5) years of relevant operations experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Specialist knowledge of one or more disciplines of railroad operations
  • FRA213 (track standards) qualified
  • Previous CPKC experience is preferred
  • Shift work is an essential function of this job. Employees must have the ability and willingness to support mission critical railroad operations 24 hours per day/7 days per week, working various shifts as assigned. Schedule assignments may include after-hours, weekends and holidays

  WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

  • Flexible and competitive benefits package
  • Employer Funded Retirement 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:

  CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety sensitive position; 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
  • Education verification
  • Driver’s License Verification
  • Last 3 years of driving history
  • Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
  • Social Security number verification

  CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• About the company

  The KCS rail network includes about 6,700 miles of track in the US and Mexico.

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