Tower Operator

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Tower Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely movement of all trains under the direction of the Train Dispatcher.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Dispatch train and engineering movements on the railroad in a safe and efficient manner under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
• Delivers necessary track authorities to safely move trains across the railroad under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
• Delivers necessary track authorities for protection of engineering personnel under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
• Records information as required by the railroad and the federal government
• Informs Train Dispatcher of the overall operations of trains and any delays
• Delivers necessary Track Bulletins to protect trains and engineering personnel under the direction of the Train Dispatcher
• Provides for the prompt movement of cars when billed, reporting any delayed car movement to the Train Dispatcher
• Assists in the investigations of train accidents and personal injuries, when required
• Complies with all rules, office procedures, and requirements of Transportation Health and Safety Plan
• Skilled communication with individuals at all levels of the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduate or equivalent required;
• One to three years' experience in Transportation or Train Operations preferred;
• Thorough knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules, Timetables, Operations Supervisor Manuals, and Notices including passing of required exams;
• Previous Tower Operator or comparable experience preferred;
• Must be able to become familiar with train operations and associated rules;
• Must be able to form a good understanding of physical characteristics of the railroad;
• Strong communication, analysis and decisions making skills;
• Must be computer literate and possess the ability to master computerized train control applications;
• Requires shift work as assigned, including nights, weekends, and holidays;
• Good color vision required.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is asafety critical; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver's License Verification
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number verification

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

With Job Requisition Fields

• Req ID: 104059

• Department: Market Strategy & Asset Management
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Bensenville, Illinois
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: x
• Compensation Rate: 33.09 to $39.64
• Job Available to: Internal & External