Track Foreman

**WHO WE ARE**:
At A&B Rail | Universal Rail Systems, our work is getting and keeping Canada’s railway operators in motion - safely and sustainably We work coast-to-coast, in every railway sector, and on any size project. Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right
**Important Notes**:

- This job will require travel throughout Western Canada for extended periods of time.
- This job will require working in all types of weather conditions.

**WHAT WE OFFER**:

- The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture
- Opportunity to learn and grow with an industry leader
- Flexible work schedule
- Company truck, laptop, and cell phone
- Company provided PPE (personal protective equipment)
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive training opportunities including CROR, TIGS
- Accommodations provided and Live Out Allowance (LOA) when working out of town
- Company-provided PPE
- Annual boot allowance ($275)

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**:

- Minimum of 3 months of experience as a railroad Track Foreman
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s (non-GDL) license
- Track construction railway experience is a requirement
- Valid previous certification in CROR and TIGS
- Previous experience in taking protection
- Training in First Aid, WHMIS, Confined Space, and CSTS are an asset
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills

**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
Reporting to the Superintendent or Project Manager, the Track Foreman is responsible for managing and directing a crew of workers to deliver a successful project by meeting or exceeding corporate and project goals. The Track Foreman must ensure safety, quality, profitability, and scheduling, resulting in customer satisfaction.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Review all contracts, project documentation and plans to ensure that the work in the field is built to the most recent specifications and scope of work.
- Pre-plan work activities with Superintendent to develop best means and methods, including safety action plans.
- Plan the day-to-day operations on the assigned project and ensure that proper resources are in place for the timely completion of work i.e., labour, equipment, and material.
- Take responsibility for crew performance as related to company goals, safety audits, administration of company policies and procedures.
- Conduct tailgate meetings. Initiate follow-up action as necessary including training, orientation, discipline, etc.
- Conduct daily briefing with crew to review production goals, performance feedback, safety and schedule, hazards, and to solicit feedback from the workers.
- Maintain a dedication to safety at all times by modeling, providing education and enforcing safe work practices, company policies and procedures.
- Ensure that proper safety equipment is available and used by all field personnel.
- Communicate with the Project Superintendent, Project Manager, General Contractor, and customer to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction
- Communicate with sub-contractors to coordinate work, goals, etc.
- Perform a variety of related administrative tasks such as production reports, timesheets, equipment logs, inspection reports, change orders, and updating project files.
- Perform other related administrative or project-based duties as assigned.
- Provide coaching and instruction to all crew members.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES**:

- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Organize, develop, and communicate schedules and goals to crew members
- Strong customer relations skills
- Perform physical work in a field environment including bending, lifting
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Excellent vision and hearing
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Lead a team and motivate workers
- Exercise sound judgment and give clear direction
- Work effectively in a team environment as a contributing team player

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A&B Rail | A Universal Rail Systems Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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