Rail Operations Specialist

4 weeks ago

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada CN Full time

About the Role

CN is seeking a highly skilled and safety-focused individual to join our team as a Train Conductor. As a key member of our rail operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of trains and rail cars.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensuring compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations related to safety and operations
  • Providing and receiving various forms of oral and printed instructions concerning the movement and placement of rail cars
  • Assembling and dismantling trains in the rail yard, and picking up and setting off rail cars en-route
  • Observing, interpreting, and relaying signals to ensure safe train and locomotive movement
  • Operating track switches to change locomotive and rail car routes
  • Inspecting the condition of a train and equipment
  • Making effective decisions when in unfamiliar locations or emergency situations
  • Communicating effectively with the Rail Traffic Control centre, other train crews, and other departments on a regular basis via handheld radio

Training and Development

Newly hired CN Conductors participate in a comprehensive paid training program at the CN Campus in Winnipeg, MB. Expenses related to transportation, accommodations, and meals while at Campus are covered by CN.

Successful completion of the entire training program is required in order to work as a CN Conductor and includes:

  • 9-10 weeks at CN Campus (classroom training and exams)
  • 11+ weeks at CN Home Terminal (on-the-job training and qualification trips)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

  • Working a flexible schedule with regular and predictable attendance, in line with the 24/7 railroading environment (includes night, weekend, holiday work hours, some overtime, and being away from home for extended periods of time)
  • Pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 90 pounds
  • Working outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
  • Operating various devices on rail cars and locomotives, such as uncoupling levers and handbrakes
  • Climbing on and off ladders of moving rail cars
  • Grasping and holding objects while riding the side of a train
  • Walking for frequent extended periods
  • Bending, stooping, squatting, and kneeling frequently
  • Meeting medical fitness requirements for the position, including those established by the Railway Association of Canada, such as the ability to recognize and distinguish between the colors of signals

Requirements

  • Writing and passing safety and rules exams
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Obtaining and maintaining Conductors Rule Card
  • Possessing and maintaining a passport allowing entry/re-entry to Canada and the United States (in certain specific locations)
  • Proficiency in both oral and written communications

Assets

  • Completion of college or vocational/technical school and/or Freight Conductor experience
  • Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory/safety environment
  • Possessing and maintaining a valid driver's license

About CN

CN is a leading transportation company that provides rail and intermodal services across North America. We are committed to safety, customer service, and community involvement.

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