Track Laborer - Minot, ND

• Req ID: 86584
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Minot, North Dakota
• Country: United States
• # of Positions: 6
• Compensation Rate: $26.00 per hour
• Job Available to: Internal & External
• Deadline to apply: 10/31/2021

Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP. For more on our purpose, culture, and strategy, visit cpr.ca/en/about-cp.​​​

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To safely maintain the physical railway track within a specific territory in accordance with guidelines set forth by the FRA and Canadian Pacific.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Track maintenance and renewal work;

• Uses hand tools and small machines and may be called upon to operate large track renewal equipment;
• Standing, lifting, squatting for long periods of time;
• Ability to lift tools and equipment of 50lbs or greater.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to travel and have adequate transportation;
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and regulations and perform tasks in accordance with those rules;
• CDL license or in the process of obtaining one is preferred;
• Mechanical and welding experience is desirable;
• Must be able to perform physically strenuous work outdoors in all types of weather;
• Available to respond to emergent conditions  24/7/365;
• Abnormal working hours and times, may change per the collective bargaining agreement;
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Medical Requirements:
CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.  This position is a safety sensitive position; 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
• Last 7 Years employment history
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Social Security number verification

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