Locomotive Engineer/Switchperson

Locomotive Engineer/Switchperson are responsible for providing safe and efficient rail car switching services on customer sites. Working in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment, the Locomotive Operators and Groundspersons must work well in teams to maximize efficiency and safety, while demonstrating a strong initiative and organizational skills. This is a casual position.

Roles & Responsibilities
The incumbents work in a team environment to provide safe and effective switching services. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring safe operation of the locomotive and train movements including conducting clear and concise job briefings and providing protection of train, track, and equipment
• Applying rules, special instructions, and switching procedures while operating as a locomotive operator or groundsperson including operating switches and derails, coupling and uncoupling rail cars, managing air hoses, applying and releasing handbrakes
• Completing daily inspection and testing of the locomotive brakes and safety devices
• Completing daily reports, daily logs, and other reports deemed necessary
• Complying with all applicable operating rules, switching procedures and regulations imposed by government, the customer, and/or Cando; practicing and promoting safe work habits
• Performing site track and equipment inspections including air brake tests
• Keeping the interior of the locomotive safe, clean, and tidy
• Promptly reporting of all safety, equipment, and track problems
• Actively participating with the team and providing excellent customer service while promoting a superior company image
• Responsible for working with other crew members in a co-operative, respectful, professional, and efficient manner to provide safe and effective switching services to CPR
• Participating in training or company initiatives as required

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Excellent teamwork skills
• Strong communication and written skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to read and write general documentation including safety briefings and switching lists
• Physically fit including the ability to pull self up and down from a railcar on a continuous basis, able to lift and twist air hoses, able to secure rail car brakes, derails, and switches
• Ability to obtain certification and medical clearances required to perform the role
  
  

Education & Experience

• Valid CROR certification
• Qualified as a Locomotive Engineer/Switchperson is a requirement
• Previous Supervisory/Leadership experience

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.