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:

You will be a member of a team performing moderate to heavy physical labour building and maintaining the track and surrounding materials. Duties can include replacing and repairing various track components including rails, railway ties, fences and adjusting the alignment and the surface of the track as well as responding to emergencies and track outages.

 

Please note you will be placed in production or maintenance position based on operational needs and seniority.

 

Production is a travelling position where your typical schedule will be 8 on/6 off, 7 on/7 off or 4on/3 off. In Production you will travel across the territory, you will receive a rate premium, mileage, hotel accommodations, meal expenses, etc.

 

Maintenance is a local position where your typical schedule is 5 on/2 off or 4 on/3 off. For Maintenance CPKC is hiring in the following locations: Weyburn, Wadena, Wynyard, Macklin, Lanigan, Yorkton, Hardisty, and Lloydminister. 

 

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Moderate to heavy physical labour on an assigned area of track. This work involves: Pulling track spikes Applying rail anchor Shoveling crushed rock Bending & lifting up to 50 lbs on a regular basis Repetitive tasks

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education required Experience required Must be at least 18 years of age High School diploma or GED A valid driver’s license A valid Class 3 license, CL4, CL3/Air, CL2, CL1/Air would be considered an asset Must be able to perform work that can be physically demanding Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time Work up to 12 hour shifts which include days, evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions including over radio) 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

 

What CPKC has to offer:

Flexible and competitive benefits package Competitive company pension plan Employee Share Purchase Plan Annual Fitness Subsidy Part-time Studies Program

 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

 

Medical Requirements:
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments.  All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

 

Background Investigation:

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

Criminal history check Education verification Driver’s License Verification

 

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).  

 

Req ID: 104126 Department: Engineering Job Type: Full-Time Position Type: Union Location: Saskatchewan wide, Saskatchewan Country: Canada % of Travel: 90-100% # of Positions: 30 Job Grade: Compensation Rate: $23.92 - $28.14 per hour Job Available to: Internal & External

 

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