This Position is for an Assistant Roadmaster with a work location in Pearl, MS.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity and financial metrics. Support the Roadmaster to ensure safe, reliable track infrastructure and cost effective engineering services on the geographic territory to permit the safe and efficient train operations. Provide professional oversight and deliver regulatory compliance for respective geographic territory as required under regulation to ensure safe, compliant infrastructure is maintained.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Assist the Roadmaster in ensuring the application of CPKC safety practices, policies and procedures by all direct reports

Assist the Roadmaster with the delivery of specified safety, compliance, service, and financial outputs/results expected within their geographic territory, and implements work processes changes that achieve continuous improvement

Directs, coordinates, and/or implements emergency response to service interruptions for geographical territory and maintains/executes seasonal plans related to winter, spring/flood, and fire

Assists Roadmaster with the management of employees within the Terms of the Collective Agreement and assists in handling disputes and grievances

Establishes/maintains cross functional relationships within their geographic territory and ensures clear cross functional working relationships between all direct reports

Assists Roadmaster with current year execution and assists with gathering information for annual/multiyear capital planning priorities

Monitors quality assurance of TP&E projects

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues

High school graduation or (GED) General Equivalency Diploma is required; post-secondary education and training an asset

Knowledge of Collective Agreement language

Minimum of 5 years' experience in Engineering Department as Foreman and/or Supervisory experience is preferred

Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written

Demonstrated capability to apply relevant knowledge and technical skills to monitor adherence to CPKC policies and standards as well as regulatory requirements

Capability to develop and manage a project plan/schedule

A functional understanding that includes, but is not limited to:

Red Book of Track Requirements

General Code of Operating Rules

Roadway Worker Protection

Safety Rules and Recommended Practices for ES employees

FRA Part 213

Basic computer use ( Word and Excel)

People leadership

Ability to influence peers, cross functional co-managers and leadership team

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

Last 3 years of driving history

Last 7 years of employment history; includes military

Social Security number verification

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

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

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)".