Supervisor Track Evaluation

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Supervisor, Track Evaluation, plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and reliability of the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) rail network. This position oversees the safe operation of Geometry Inspection Vehicles, which are essential for monitoring track conditions and meeting annual testing requirements set by Transport Canada, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and CPKC standards.  If you’re self-motivated, detail-oriented, and skilled at technical problem-solving, this is your opportunity to enhance a vital component of rail network operations.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operate track geometry inspection vehicles and onboard equipment to support network-wide testing and compliance
• Validate and interpret track geometry defects data and communicate findings to the local Roadmaster or Director
• Coordinate with local Roadmasters and other stakeholders to ensure the track evaluation schedule remains on track and testing goals are met
• Perform regular maintenance and calibration of the inspection vehicle and onboard systems to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Produce and distribute track geometry reports to guide maintenance efforts and assist in the prioritization of the track maintenance planning group
• Monitor trends in recurring defects and generate follow-up reports as needed
• Conduct periodic quality control inspections of track evaluation output data to uphold testing standards
• Maintain flexibility to respond to on-call requests outside normal working hours

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid passport with ability to travel to Canada without restrictions if required

• 2+ years of experience showcasing mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to travel across the network regularly, including overnight stays
• Availability to work extended days (8-12 hours) on a rotating schedule of 2 weeks on, 1 week off

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Passport verification
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
• Social Security Number verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

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

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants 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 Color (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: 104825
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Kansas City, Missouri
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 90-100%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Compensation Rate: $80,000 to $85,000
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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