What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superior Tie & Timber Treater position at Kansas City Southern Railway?
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
Oversees the final processing step before ties are shipped by ensuring they are treated correctly and in a safe and efficient process.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Knowledge of basic mechanical concepts including valves/doors to prevent contamination or unsafe environmental mistakes
- Knowledge of safe work environment applications
- Operates boiler and moves creosote and diesel mixture through complex plumbing systems
- Controls intake of thousands of gallons of creosote and diesel mix, according to environment regulations, which are then heated by the boiler in multiple tanks for use in the treatment process
- Quality checks wood by inspecting retention gallons to determine if additional processing is necessary
- Responsible for properly venting treatment tubes and separation pond processes in accordance with EPA guidelines
- Responsible for re-use process of creosote and diesel mix using the evaporation tanks
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid Drivers License
- Familiarity with hazardous materials and handling certification preferred
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Employer Funded Retirement Plan
- Performance Incentive Program
- Annual Fitness Subsidy
- Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety critical 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
- Driver’s License Verification
- Last 3 years of driving history
- Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
- Social Security number verification
CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
Req ID:
- Department:
- Job Type: Full-Time/Co-op/Summer Student/Fixed Term/Contract/Seasonal
- Position Type: Union or Non-Union
- Location: City, Province or City, State
- Country: Canada or United States
- % of Travel: 0 – 10%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Grade:
- Job Available to: Internal or Internal/External