Tower Operator

at Canadian Pacific Railway in Bensenville, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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 Tower Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely movement of all trains under the direction of the Train Dispatcher.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Dispatch train and engineering movements on the railroad in a safe and efficient manner under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
Delivers necessary track authorities to safely move trains across the railroad under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
Delivers necessary track authorities for protection of engineering personnel under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
Records information as required by the railroad and the federal government
Informs Train Dispatcher of the overall operations of trains and any delays
Delivers necessary Track Bulletins to protect trains and engineering personnel under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
Provides for the prompt movement of cars when billed, reporting any delayed car movement to the Train Dispatcher
Assists in the investigations of train accidents and personal injuries, when required
Complies with all rules, office procedures, and requirements of Transportation Health and Safety Plan
Skilled communication with individuals at all levels of the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High School Graduate or equivalent required;
One to three years' experience in Transportation or Train Operations preferred;
Thorough knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules, Timetables, Operations Supervisor Manuals, and Notices including passing of required exams;
Previous Tower Operator or comparable experience preferred;
Must be able to become familiar with train operations and associated rules;
Must be able to form a good understanding of physical characteristics of the railroad;
Strong communication, analysis and decisions making skills;
Must be computer literate and possess the ability to master computerized train control applications;
Requires shift work as assigned, including nights, weekends, and holidays;
Good color vision required.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Employer Funded Retirement Plan
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program

Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is asafety 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
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.

With Job Requisition Fields
Req ID: 103206
Department: Operations Southern Division
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Bensenville, Illinois
Country: United States
% of Travel: 0-10%
# of Positions: 1
Job Grade:
Compensation Rate: 33.09 to $39.64
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)”.