Craft Foreman

Benefits Offering

• Unionized Position
• Benefits
• Pension
• Opportunity for career advancement

Salary range: $43.70

Directing work groups on active railway property and through construction zones. Using specific railway operating rules, instructions and techniques, this position ensures that contractors clear the working zone prior to the approach of a train minimizing any delays to scheduled railway operations.

• Embrace our safety culture and adhering to industry and company policies and procedures
• Conducts daily job briefings in order that all contractors understand site specific instructions prior tocommencingwork
• Review the work site on a minimum daily basis and consults with Supervisor and or contractorsrepresentative to understand work being conducted, and any potential hazards
• Set up,repositionand dismantle railway specific signals (flags) at designated locations
• Communicate effectively with the work group being protected, otherflagmenand
  
  Rail Traffic Controllers  using established procedures and radio equipment to ensure the understanding of instructions, track protection limits, work site hazards and other specific site conditions
• Responsiblyoperatescompany vehicles and ensures all daily maintenance and inspections of the units are completed
• Performs special duties as assigned by the Capital Supervisor
• Performs any administrative duties related to proper documentation as per PNR Quality Management System
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• A minimum of 2yearsrelated experience in the railway industry.
• Track Inspection Guidelines certification is an asset
• Certified in Canadian Railway Operating Rules
• Ability to read and understand specific documents including schedules, standard railway
• plansand specifications.
• Ability to work in a safety sensitive position directing work groups on live railway corridors
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards, railway engineering safety regulations and safety precautions of the work being performed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient use of computers,tabletsetc.
• Valid Ontario class G driver's license

• Works outdoors at construction sites.
• Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, lifts, bends, and moves objects up to 50 pounds.
• Exposed to all weather conditions includingvery hotandverycold weather.
• Exposed to loud noise.
• Exposed to live track/trains and high voltage.
• Ability to work rotating shifts

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

Rail Works is North America's leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity.

We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR Rail Works without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR Rail Works is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR Rail Works will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.