Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely-helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!
Job Summary
When stationed at a main terminal, the Supervisor, Mechanical (Car) leads the day-to-day operations through unionized staff to ensure railcar inspection maintenance and repair work is performed safely and efficiently. The Mechanical Supervisor may also be an on-call position that reports to remote locations (line points) and supervises the maintenance, inspection and repair of railcars and locomotives when required outside of main terminals (line points). Ultimately, leading the day-to-day operations of a 24-7 function, the role is critical to ensuring availability, reliability and dwell targets are achieved in order for CN to meet its commitments to its customers.
Main Responsibilities
Safety Orientation, Compliance and Enforcement
xc2xb7 Coach and train Mechanical employees on safe and productive work procedures
xc2xb7 Accountable for Online Failure Investigation and follow-up to include corrective action
xc2xb7 Build safety compliance and improve safety results through regular efficiency tests and safety walkabouts and provide feedback (positive and constructive) to subordinate and take action on non-compliant behaviour
xc2xb7 Response to dangerous good incidents and leaks in a yard
xc2xb7 Liaise with Dangerous Goods Officer and ensure employee and public well-being is upheld
xc2xb7 Create, train, audit, and implement of standard operating procedures
xc2xb7 Ensure safe operation as measured by accidents, incidents and employee injuries
xc2xb7 Spearhead the onboarding and training activities of new employees and supervisors
xc2xb7 Ensure Performance Monitoring Reporting Compliance (PMRC) targets, expectations and objectives are met
xc2xb7 Monitor completion and compliance accordingly
xc2xb7 Be responsible for preventative maintenance plans and execution on yard vehicles and equipment
xc2xb7 Meet audit and compliance requirements (Association of American Railroads (AAR) inspections, chain inspections, qualification recertification, equipment)
xc2xb7 Ensure an active involvement in Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) as well as ensuring the subsequent follow-up
xc2xb7 Ensure an active involvement in Apprentice Committee Workplace Location Joint Apprentice Committee (WLJAC)
Problem Solving and Decision Making
xc2xb7 Control wrecking response to yard and line outages, working with Transportation and Engineering and direct reports to efficiently restore service to the operation
xc2xb7 Use CN data to analyze car inspection and repair productivity
xc2xb7 Establish actions to improve fleet reliability as well as efficient inspection and repair processes
xc2xb7 Maintain teamwork and order amongst staff, contractors, and internal clients by acting with a sense of urgency to respond to issues as they may arise
Planning and Organizing Workload
xc2xb7 Ensure Shift Supervisors utilize crews effectively by inspecting cars and testing air brakes
xc2xb7 Certify that car inspection and productivity standards are maintained to ensure train arrival and departure in accordance with the service plan
xc2xb7 Against multiple demands, establish the best opportunity to repair cars to reduce bad-order counts and dwell times in order to increase availability
xc2xb7 Drive freight car fleet reliability as measured by bad order status, percentage of cars available and initial terminal delay
xc2xb7 Ensure overall utilization is maximized, as measured by productivity, attendance and labour costs
xc2xb7 Maintain inventory such as personal protective equipment (PPE), parts, etc.
General Leadership and Supervision of both Union & Non-Union Workforce
xc2xb7 Communicate company goals and policies to create clear understanding of direction and expectations
xc2xb7 Lead earnings per share (EPS) process: evaluate supervisor and employee performance and review performance expectations, actual performance, and overall performance ratings for reports and ensure EPS accountability for both Union and non-Union reports and completion
xc2xb7 Conduct investigations per collective agreement and issues discipline in collaboration with function's leadership team
xc2xb7 Develop and sustain the right employee behaviours with feedback, recognition, reinforcement and coaching
xc2xb7 Responsible for the administration of payroll and time of requests
xc2xb7 Lead account payable responsibilities: paying and authorizing invoices
Working Conditions
The Mechanical Shop operates 24/7 in all weather conditions. The Supervisor Mechanical (Car) works on rotating shifts (days, afternoons, midnights) covering the 24/7 operation. The Supervisor spearheads the day-to-day operations of the Shop through unionized staff to ensure maintenance and repair work on locomotives is performed safely and efficiently.
Requirements
Experience
Electrical and Mechanical
xc2xb7 Electrical and Mechanical experience
o Minimum 4 years supervisory experience of both union and non-union Employees*
o Minimum 3 years of experience in railroad Mechanical Shopcraft or comparable position*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
xc2xb7 High School Diploma
xc2xb7 Valid Driver's Licence
xc2xb7 Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering*
xc2xb7 Technician or Technologist Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical*
*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies
xc2xb7 Influence others with impactful communications and adapts well to its audience
xc2xb7 Offer tailored solutions to customers' problems, while considering our operational imperatives
xc2xb7 Assess needs and opportunities to create value and customer loyalty
xc2xb7 Make informed and timely decisions to succeed
xc2xb7 Share timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
xc2xb7 Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
xc2xb7 Engage with external stakeholders to achieve beneficial outcomes
xc2xb7 Identify risks and anticipate impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment
xc2xb7 Improve processes on a continuous basis to enhance safety, security and to reduce CN's environmental footprint
xc2xb7 Follow safety procedures, information security instructions and ESC principles to lead by example
xc2xb7 Apply analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance
xc2xb7 Bilingualism: French and English*
*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset
Technical Skills/Knowledge
xc2xb7 Time management
xc2xb7 Good computer skills: working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word), SRS, SAP, PAP and with applications such as RTBI, DataCity, SmartYard
xc2xb7 Comprehensive knowledge of car construction and operation, inspection and repair, operating rules, Transport Canada, AAR, and mechanical railroad operations measure
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.