Track Inspector Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary 

The Track Supervisor is responsible for leading the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs as well as replacing rails, ties, switches and ballasts. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN's operating plan 

• Supervise and control activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hi-rail operations 

• Manage engineering operations which includes ensuring compliance with safe work procedures, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines, and CN policies and regulations 

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

• Apply collective agreement and company policies by conducting investigations, recommending corrective actions, and responding to grievances 

• Oversee budgets and workforce productivity within CN policies and the Five Guiding Principles 

• Ensure clear communication of track condition and daily production information to senior management in order to adjust 

• Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to establish cause and future prevention 

• Perform safety audits for the unionized workforce and conduct safety engagements 

• Plan, schedule and perform track repairs and maintenance 

• Respond to emergencies  

Working Conditions 

The role will be partially performed in an office environment as well as outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends and holidays. The position may be relocated if necessary. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) at times without advance notice. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations, and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.  

The Track Supervisor will go through training of United States Operating Rules (USOR) in Homewood, IL. Training related to terminal operations will be carried out on the job and facilitated by current Track Supervisors, Senior Managers of Engineering and Assistant Regional Chiefs. 

Requirements 

Experience 

Track 

• Minimum 3 years of Track experience 

• Safety compliance experience 

• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving 

• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment* 

• Budget management experience* 

• Labor Relations experience (i.e. interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.) * 

• Experience supervising a unionized workforce* 

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

Education/Certification/Designation 

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) 

• Post-Secondary Diploma* 

• Valid driver's license 

• Meets all medical fitness for duty requirements  

• Ability to obtain USOR Qualification 

• Training or certification in Railroad Operating Signals* 

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

Competencies  

• Follows safety procedures, information security instructions and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles to lead by example 

• Identifies risks and anticipates impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment 

• Displays a customer centric attitude 

• Leverages feedback and coaching to improve performance 

• Tracks metrics to achieve ambitious targets and holds self and others accountable to meet performance expectations 

• Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively 

• Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience 

• Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes 

• Responds with agility and reacts quickly 

• Shows initiative and empowers others to raise CN's collective game 

Technical Skills/Knowledge 

• General Microsoft Computer skills* 

• Conducting investigations after an accident* 

• Track Inspection Guidelines (TIG) 213 Qualified 

• Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) 213 Qualified 

• Knowledge of Track infrastructure and clear understanding of Track Standards for all Class of Track 

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