Train Conductor
Canadian Pacific Railway
- Saratoga Springs, NY
- $215 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Must be able to perform work that can be physically demanding such as walking up to 6 miles a day on uneven ground, climbing up and down and lifting and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds on occasion)
- Willingness to work unscheduled shift work in a 24/7 operating environment
- Working up to 12 hour shifts which include days, evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays
- Ability to report to work within a two hour call window, after scheduled rest
- Excellent focus, attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions including over radio)
- Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time
- Must be able to pass the required physical job tasks for the job position, written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, read and understand operating rules and regulations and other written or printed material in English
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required
- Valid driver's license required
- Valid United States passport, Passcard or Enhanced Driver's allowing entry/re-entry to Canada
- Work in either train or yard service depending on seniority
- Carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements
- Coordinate the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars and lifting out coupling device
- Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting movement of train
- Signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using specific signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up, set or release air brakes
- Maintain a thorough understanding of and follow General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), general orders and bulletins
- Provide flag protection and relay signals to trains in an emergency situation
- Move on and off moving or stationary equipment
- Fill out forms including train orders and switch lists and prepare clear and legible reports
- Handle emergency situations and operate fire extinguishers as well as be able to apply first aid techniques
- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Employer Funded Retirement Plan
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Annual Fitness Subsidy
- Part-time Studies Program
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. As this position is considered safety critical, successful candidates are required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, , hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. Candidates will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONSThe successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
- Criminal history check
- Driver's License Verification
- Last 3 years of driving history
- Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
- Social Security number verification
- US Passport Verification
- Req ID: 102530
- Department: Operations Eastern Division
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Union
- Location: Saratoga Springs, New York
- Country: United States
- % of Travel: 80-90%
- # of Positions: 10
- Job Available to: Internal & External