Rail Traffic Control Jobs in Maple Ridge, BC (NOW HIRING)

The Officer, Rail Grinding is responsible for leading CN's Grinding Operations on assigned grinding units networkwide. The role oversees the work of internal team members as well as contractors operating rail grinding equipment, water trucks, fire suppression equipment and post grinding patrols. The incumbent conducts pre-grinding surveys with local track forces or contractors, provides track protection for all grinding and post grinding operations. Moreover, the position engages with multiple levels within the organization to ensure safe and efficient operation of grinding trains.

       Lead grinding operations in accordance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada guidelines, and CN standards, policies, and regulations

       Ensure consistent protection of team members on CN right-of-way

       Evaluate fire hazards and ensure all employees and contractors work according to conditions on a continual basis

       Audit and assess work procedures, identify potential issues, and require remediation when needed

       Comply with Company safety initiatives and safety plan targets

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

       Plan daily and short-term work to be conducted, including but not limited to work block coordination, grinding surveys, and post patrol inspections

       Communicate daily plan and work cycle plans with local supervisors impacted by grinding operations in advance

       Communicate with the Rail Traffic Control Center and Transportation to plan daily activities

       Plan for changing work conditions

       Evaluate team performance and ensure compliance contract policies and procedures

       Ensure successful weekly hand-off of machines and grinding plans

       Participate in activities related to disruptions in service

       Review daily work sheets to ensure alignment with CN and contractor policies and procedures

       Approve invoicing to ensure compliance with CN's Accounting practices and vendor contracts

       Review and support work to continually improve policies, procedures, guidelines, and playbooks

The role is primarily performed on a track unit and outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions. The position is subject to changing shift times based on business needs. The role requires extensive travel (100%) to field sites across CN's network in Canada and the overnight accommodation may be in a mobile unit on the grinding unit. The incumbent spends a significant amount of travel time away from home and must be available to work nights. The role requires being on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents and emergencies.

Railroad Maintenance

       Minimum 1 year of railroad maintenance experience

o   Experience obtaining and providing track protection

o   Experience in railroad operations such as production gangs, maintenance, track protection, or train crews

o   Experience handling multiple priorities within demanding time constraints*

o   Experience adapting to rapidly changing circumstances and situations*

o   Experience as an Engineering Foreman or Conductor*

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

       High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

       Canadian Railroad Operating Rules (CROR) or the United States Operating Rules/On-Track Safety (USOR/OTS) qualification

       Ability to obtain Qualification Standards Operating Crews (QSOC) within one year 

       Ability to obtain Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG) qualification within one year

       Leads by example for the safety and security of all

       Identifies potential safety and security risks

       Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action

       Demonstrates active listening

       Identifies needs and solves problems to create value for all stakeholders

       Develops self and others

       Delegates and empowers others to create accountability

       Collaborates with others and shares information

       Sets direction and inspires others

       Communicates with impact

       Demonstrates agility and drives change

       Knowledge of safe operating practices, regulatory rules, environmental and safety regulations

       Understanding of track inspection

       Knowledge of Microsoft Office*

       Familiarity with eTop and ETAV*

       Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset