Descriptioncanadian 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.this job leads and supervises the safety & quality work to the union workers on service track, road and yard locomotives, ensuring the daily and scheduled inspections are performed in accordance with the company workscopes and fra/sct/aar/other government authorities regulations and oem specifications, with coordination with the transportation mlu & cco for consist preparation for the trains in accordance with the tsp.accountabilitiessupervises the unionized craftsmen (universal qualified operators and qualified operators) in the execution of locomotive daily inspections, 92 days scheduled inspections, minor repairs, on-service interruption attention, documenting the inspection formats, ensuring daily operation and security conditions.manages the daily inspection center/service track personnel, equipment, tools and installations.prepares the locomotives consist sets, according to the strategic tsp, executed in coordination with noc and mlu departments.checks the diesel fuel supply, requisitioning the dispatch tickets, ensuring supply according to each unit destination and capacity.keeps the proper inventory levels of diesel fuel, lube oil, sand and water.manages the warehouse inventory parts for loco inspection and repairs.coordinates with the local transportation staff and noc, mlu and mac desk for locomotive failures attention and scheduled inspection program to address the locs on time.attends the sct verification visits in his locality.demonstrates operational excellence by knowing and applying the business requirements. Demonstrates customer focus and contingency planning to ensure stakeholder expectations are met.understands the relevant business metrics and applies effective tactics to sustain a culture of operational effectiveness that produces teams of high performing, engaged and empowered operational leaders.identifies when a rule/regulation/policy has been violated and has one-on-one accountability conversations with an individual who has not met expectations, using kcs candor, aligning the stars & kcs abc's, and have the individual produce better results.develops and retains a strong team of high performers; creates a challenging and rewarding work environment; organizes a diverse group of people into a cohesive team to leverage their energy, knowledge and skills; creates grassroots/localized events to train & develop others, including location-specific safety training, localized speak up events, regular recognition or team-building activities.requiredhigh school diploma or equivalentminimum two (2) years of relevant operations experience, or equivalent combination of education and experienceideal candidate qualificationshigh school diploma or equivalentminimum two (2) years of relevant operations experience, or equivalent combination of education and experiencepreferredmedium command of english.mechanics, electricity and pneumatic knowledgepeople managementbasic railroad knowledgebasic computer system usageworking conditionsshows a sense of urgency, focuses on specific and challenging objectives.planning, productivity and quality skills to use resources efficiently.commitment and sense of responsibility to achieve quality results.respond adequately to situations of stress.able to alternate work shifts.shift work is an essential function of this job. Employees must have the ability and willingness to support critically important railroad operations 24 hours per day/7 days per week, working various shifts as assigned. Schedule assignments may include after-hours, weekends and holidays.we offercomplete health and welfare benefits packagecompetitive salaryincentive planvacation planeeo statementwe value a culturally diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer while providing reasonable accommodations for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. The talent selection process for vacant positions at cpkc is governed by the principles established in its labor equality and non-discrimination policy, and applies to all applicants internal and external alike. In addition, clinical tests and background check are not part of the final decision-making process during selection.
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