• Req ID: 95747
• Department: Mechanical Car
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Bensenville, Illinois
• Country: United States
• % of Travel:
• # of Positions: 2
• Job Grade:
• Compensation Rate:
• Job Available to: External
• Deadline to apply: 12/16/2022

Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP. For more on our purpose, culture, and strategy, visit cpr.ca/en/about-cp.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• The Mechanical Foreman is responsible for overseeing employees in both Car and Locomotive mechanical crafts.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Applicant must have mechanical and electrical background;
• Must be familiar with FRA Rules and Regulations and be able to prepare and properly fill out all forms required for the operation of Diesel Locomotives;
• Will supervise mechanical crafts, car & locomotive;
• Applicant must be familiar with AAR Rules of Interchange, AAR billing procedures, Open Top Loading Rules & inspection of freight cars;
• Have knowledge of Car Department procedures including reports;
• Have the ability to instruct Carmen in all phases of Car Repair & Train Yard operations, including computer skills, including but not limited to Web Mail, SAP, CRB, ITM, TYES, NEXUS/YARD PLANNER;
• Will be required to respond outside of terminal, on 24 hour call as required.

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer-Funded Retirement Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Medical Requirements:

CP 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
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history
• Social Security number verification

CP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.