Track Supervisor

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Job Summary

The Track Supervisor is responsible for leading the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs as well as replacing rails, ties, switches and ballasts.
Main Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN's operating plan

• Supervise and control activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hi-rail operations

• Manage engineering operations which includes ensuring compliance with safe work procedures, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines, and CN policies and regulations

• Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular performance monitoring

• Apply collective agreement and company policies by conducting investigations, recommending corrective actions, and responding to grievances

• Oversee budgets and workforce productivity within CN policies and the Five Guiding Principles

• Ensure clear communication of track condition and daily production information to senior management in order to adjust

• Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to establish cause and future prevention

• Perform safety audits for the unionized workforce and conduct safety engagements

• Plan, schedule and perform track repairs and maintenance

• Respond to emergencies
Working Conditions

The role will be partially performed in an office environment as well as outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends and holidays. The position may be relocated if necessary. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) at times without advance notice. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations, and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.

The Track Supervisor will go through training of United States Operating Rules (USOR) in Homewood, IL. Training related to terminal operations will be carried out on the job and facilitated by current Track Supervisors, Senior Managers of Engineering and Assistant Regional Chiefs.
RequirementsExperience

Track

• Minimum 3 years of Track experience
• Safety compliance experience
• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving
• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment*
• Budget management experience*
• Labor Relations experience (i.e. interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.) *
• Experience supervising a unionized workforce*
• Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)

• Post-Secondary Diploma*

• Valid driver's license

• Meets all medical fitness for duty requirements

• Ability to obtain USOR Qualification

• Training or certification in Railroad Operating Signals*
• Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies

• Follows safety procedures, information security instructions and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles to lead by example

• Identifies risks and anticipates impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment

• Displays a customer centric attitude

• Leverages feedback and coaching to improve performance

• Tracks metrics to achieve ambitious targets and holds self and others accountable to meet performance expectations

• Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively

• Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience

• Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes

• Responds with agility and reacts quickly

• Shows initiative and empowers others to raise CN's collective game
Technical Skills/Knowledge

• General Microsoft Computer skills*

• Conducting investigations after an accident*

• Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG) 213 Qualified

• Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) 213 Qualified

• Knowledge of Track infrastructure and clear understanding of Track Standards for all Class of Track
• Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.