Equipment Operator

Join CPKC North Americas first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities fuel economic growth and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity accountability and pride. With opportunities for training development and advancement youre not just building a careeryoure part of something bigger. Together we move goods connect people and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

CPKC is hiring fulltime Equipment Operators in order to facilitate the safe and efficient loading of domestic and international containers at its Intermodal and automotive facility. Positions include Gate Clerk Ground person hostler operator Auto Loader and lift operator these positions are based on seniority and position availability.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operation of various terminal equipment including shunt trucks light duty pickup trucks fuel trucks trailers chassis forklift sweeper truck
• Moving containers/chassis within terminal to support train loading operations
• General duties as required including pre-tripping of perishable intermodal containers building electric reefer container sets on railcars plug in reefers on ground and monitor performance
• Perform visual inspection and report on damages and defects of intermodal equipment
• Prepare railcars for proper loading of different-size containers by placement of pedestals and spacers
• Assist in securement of containers once loaded to railcar (walking on railcar platforms locking/unlocking container locks)
• Update system as requiredonce work is completed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduation or General Equivalency
• Valid drivers license
• 1 year Experience working with heavy equipment or as a shunt or long-haul driver
• Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions is required
• Ability to follow advanced written instruction and/or training in skills such as driving
• Strong safety mindset this is a safety-sensitive position within an environment of heavy equipment and constant flow of traffic
• CPKC operates 7 days a week 24 hours a day 365 days a year; must be able to work on various shiftsincluding; overnights holidays and weekendsand days off

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical vision hearing and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Drivers license verification and driving history
• Social Security Number verification

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants 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 Color (BIPOC) members of the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide 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: 106090
• Department: Network & Capacity Management
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Chicago Illinois
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 5
• Compensation Rate: $21.79
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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