Manager Tamper Training

CPKC; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CPKC as a Manager, Tamper Training, responsible for training tamper operators across the Western Canadian territory. Ensure safety and compliance while developing training initiatives. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in production crews and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Program

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Part-time Studies Program

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in Production Crews, with five years in Group 1 or Special Group Machine Operator roles.
• Knowledge of tamping equipment operation and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversees qualification examinations for tamper operators.
• Plans and implements classroom operator training programs.
• Investigates failures or damage to machines and recommends remedial actions.

Skills

Organizational skills

People leadership skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

Role can be based across the CPKC Western Canadian territory and will be determined based on the successful candidate.

Purpose of the Position

The Manager, Tamper Training, will ensure that tamper operators on the assigned territory are trained and qualified to safely operate tamper (various models) and that there are sufficient qualified operators to meet tamper operator demands. Document, process, and track qualification/disqualification of engineering employees.

Position Accountabilities

1. Oversees qualification examinations for tamper operators.
2. Oversees mentors assigned to assist in the qualifications process of tamper operators.
3. Arranges and conducts field on-the-job training of tamper operators, including review of Field Guides, Operator's Manuals, Preventive Maintenance Guides, and Lock-out Tag-out procedures.
4. Plans and implements classroom operator training programs.
5. Provides instruction and guidance to work equipment operators on the geographic territory.
6. Coordinates other training for tamper operators with the Technical Training group.
7. Coordinates and arranges vendor-supplied operation and maintenance instruction.
8. Identifies and consults in the development and implementation of new training initiatives.
9. Ensures training and qualification records support the objective of qualifying all tamper operators before positions are awarded through LMS.
10. Investigates failures or damage to machines or equipment and recommends remedial actions, including disqualification of tamper operators.
11. Leads the bulletin awards process for Production, including machine operator positions.
12. Ensures safe practices, as recommended by machine manufacturers and/or CPKC regulations, are adhered to.
13. Administers the collective agreement in all areas of responsibility.
14. Participates in staff requirements, including new hires.

Position Requirements

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Ten years of experience in Production Crews, with at least five years in Group 1 or Special Group Machine Operator roles.
3. Knowledge and understanding of engineering field operations and production crews.
4. Knowledge of tamping equipment operation and safety procedures.
5. CROR qualified.
6. Knowledge/understanding of CBA related to qualification/disqualification of position.
7. Extensive travel required.
8. Strong computer skills.
9. Organizational and people leadership skills.
10. Good verbal and written communication skills.

What CPKC Has to Offer

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Competitive company pension plan.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Performance Incentive Program.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.
• Part-time Studies Program.

Additional Information

Medical Requirements

Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities, the environment, and our assets. All new hires for a safety-sensitive position will need to complete a pre-employment medical examination, including physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug assessments. Pre-employment drug tests are also required, including for candidates in the Trainee Program.

Background Investigation

The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Driver’s License verification

CPKC is committed to employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates, including women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ community members, and people with disabilities, to apply. Accommodations can be provided upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with PIPEDA.

• Req ID: 104520
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 50-60%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Job Available to: Internal & External