Officer, Rail Grinding
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Job Summary
The Officer Rail Grinding is responsible for leading CNs Grinding Operations on assigned grinding units networkwide. The role oversees the work of internal team members as well as contractors operating rail grinding equipment water trucks fire suppression equipment and post grinding patrols. The incumbent conducts pre-grinding surveys with local track forces or contractors provides track protection for all grinding and post grinding operations. Moreover the position engages with multiple levels within the organization to ensure safe and efficient operation of grinding trains.
Lead grinding operations in accordance with safe work procedures Transport Canada guidelines and CN standards policies and regulations
Ensure consistent protection of team members on CN right-of-way
Evaluate fire hazards and ensure all employees and contractors work according to conditions on a continual basis
Audit and assess work procedures identify potential issues and require remediation when needed
Comply with Company safety initiatives and safety plan targets
Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees and contractors through regular performance monitoring
Plan daily and short-term work to be conducted including but not limited to work block coordination grinding surveys and post patrol inspections
Communicate daily plan and work cycle plans with local supervisors impacted by grinding operations in advance
Communicate with the Rail Traffic Control Center and Transportation to plan daily activities
Plan for changing work conditions
Evaluate team performance and ensure compliance contract policies and procedures
Ensure successful weekly hand-off of machines and grinding plans
Participate in activities related to disruptions in service
Review daily work sheets to ensure alignment with CN and contractor policies and procedures
Approve invoicing to ensure compliance with CNs Accounting practices and vendor contracts
Review and support work to continually improve policies procedures guidelines and playbooks
The role is primarily performed on a track unit and outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions. The position is subject to changing shift times based on business needs. The role requires extensive travel (100%) to field sites across CNs network in Canada and the overnight accommodation may be in a mobile unit on the grinding unit. The incumbent spends a significant amount of travel time away from home and must be available to work nights. The role requires being on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents and emergencies.
Railroad Maintenance
Minimum 1 year of railroad maintenance experience
o Experience obtaining and providing track protection
o Experience in railroad operations such as production gangs maintenance track protection or train crews
o Experience handling multiple priorities within demanding time constraints*
o Experience adapting to rapidly changing circumstances and situations*
o Experience as an Engineering Foreman or Conductor*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
Canadian Railroad Operating Rules (CROR) or the United States Operating Rules/On-Track Safety (USOR/OTS) qualification
Ability to obtain Qualification Standards Operating Crews (QSOC) within one year
Ability to obtain Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG) qualification within one year
Leads by example for the safety and security of all
Identifies potential safety and security risks
Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action
Demonstrates active listening
Identifies needs and solves problems to create value for all stakeholders
Develops self and others
Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
Collaborates with others and shares information
Sets direction and inspires others
Communicates with impact
Demonstrates agility and drives change
Knowledge of safe operating practices regulatory rules environmental and safety regulations
Understanding of track inspection
Knowledge of Microsoft Office*
Familiarity with eTop and ETAV*
Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English French)*
*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers shareholders employees and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy to the customers and to the communities it serves CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources manufactured products and finished goods throughout North America every year. CNs network connects Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20000-mile rail and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN we are dedicated to building North Americassafest mostinclusiveandsustainable railroad which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often dont apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants even if you dont meet every job requirement listed in a posting we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) please get in touch with our team at.
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