at Canadian Pacific Railway in Bensenville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Canadian Pacific (CPKC) 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 tolearn about the CPKCadvantage, our purpose and culture.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Mechanical Foreman is responsible for overseeing employees in both Car and Locomotive mechanical crafts.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Applicant must have mechanical and electrical background;
Must be familiar with FRA Rules and Regulations and be able to prepare and properly fill out all forms required for the operation of Diesel Locomotives;
Will supervise mechanical crafts, car & locomotive;
Applicant must be familiar with AAR Rules ofInterchange, AAR billing procedures, Open Top Loading Rules & inspection of freight cars;
Have knowledge of Car Department procedures including reports;
Have the ability to instruct Carmen in all phases of Car Repair & Train Yard operations, including computer skills, including but not limited to Web Mail, SAP, CRB, ITM, TYES, NEXUS/YARD PLANNER;
Will be required to respond outside of terminal, on 24 hour call as required.
5 years Car and locomotive experience minimum.
Remote control locomotive experience preferred.
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Employer-Funded Retirement Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is asafetysensitive 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
Last 3 years of driving history
Last 7 years of employment history
Social Security number verification
CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Req ID: 101951
Department: Mechanical Car
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Bensenville, Illinois
Country: United States
% of Travel:
# of Positions: 2
Job Grade:
Compensation Rate: 4531.75 semi-monthly
Job Available to: Internal & External
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)”.
