Train Conductor
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Enjoying physical labour, teamwork and working outdoors as well
as being safety-minded are vital to a career in rail operations at
CN. With a vibrant, 24/7 schedule, no two days will ever be alike.
You can expect fresh challenges, a safety-focused work environment,
paid training and supportive colleagues who share your passion for
motion. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do
matters. Join us!Role:Conductors (Freight Trainperson) supervise
train operations as well as move, switch, inspect, couple and
uncouple cars. They prepare reports and at times, they deliver and
pull customer goods.Duties and Responsibilities:--- Ensuring
compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and
regulations related to safety, operation and the Federal Railroad
Administration (FRA)--- Providing and receiving various forms of
oral and printed communication concerning the movement and
placement of rail cars--- Observing, interpreting, and relaying
signals concerning train and engine movement--- Operating track
switches and derails to change engine and rail car routes---
Inspecting the condition of a train and equipment--- Preparing
necessary forms and reports--- Maintaining predictable and reliable
attendance--- Able to work an irregular schedule. The work schedule
of a Conductor will be irregular and will include night, weekend,
or holiday work hours and overtime. --- Conductors may also be
required to travel and may be away from home for more than one
night at a time.--- Follow company safety procedures, use common
sense, and maintain an overall level of safety awareness when
operating in the work environment--- Make effective decisions when
in unfamiliar locations or emergency situations. Perform additional
tasks as required by supervisor from time to timeWorking
Conditions:--- Pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50
pounds occasionally and assisting in the infrequent movement of
weights of up to 83 pounds--- Ability to work outdoors in varying
weather and environmental conditions--- Operating various devices
such as an uncoupling lever to separate and couple cars--- Applying
handbrakes on rail cars and locomotives--- Climbing on and off
ladders on moving rail cars--- High degree of manual dexterity with
good hand-eye coordination--- Ability to grasp and hold objects and
possess good climbing and balancing skills--- Ability to walk for
frequent extended periods, sometimes on uneven surfaces. Frequent
bending, stooping, squatting, and kneelingWork location:Conductors
assigned to over the road train may be required to travel and may
be absent from their home terminal for periods in excess of 24
hours. When Conductors are called, they may not know exactly when
they will return. In the yard, shift assignments are based on
seniority and shifts are normally 10-12 hours per
day.Training:Newly hired Train Operators take part in several weeks
of training which includes classroom instructions and field
training in Homewood, IL. The training guides the new Conductor
through the critical safety skills required to work on the
railroad. Once the classroom training is complete, the Conductor
will complete trips as a trainee with a crew to enhance his/her
knowledge and skills. Successful completion of the training course
is mandatory in order to work as a Train Operator.Union:The
Conductor position is a unionized position. Wages, initiation fees,
and monthly dues are required as outlined in the collective
bargaining agreement.Minimum Requirements--- Must be 18 years of
age--- Valid driver's license--- High School diploma or GED--- Must
meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position.The
ideal candidate profile:--- Ability to work autonomously, adapt to
different situations and manage stressful situations.---
Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with
others.--- Good English verbal, reading comprehension and writing
skills.--- Constantly alert and prepared for unexpected conditions
or circumstances.--- Conform to operating rules and safety
procedures and maintain a high level of safety awareness in the
work environment, both for themselves and their colleagues.---
Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established
standards of quality, safety, productivity and client
satisfaction.. Displays common sense and good
judgment.Preferences:--- Relevant work experience in similar
working conditions or regulatory/safety environment--- Knowledge of
signals or Railroad Operating Rules. Post secondary
educationCandidate Pool:
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