About the role
Position Summary The Trainmaster is a front line supervisor position responsible for meeting OmniTRAX’s service commitments by managing the day-to-day train operations within a territory or terminal and the unionized train crews associated. The incumbent is responsible for learning the operation and organizing the territory in order to ensure train departures and operations are performed safely, efficiently and in compliance with governing regulations and OmniTRAX’s operating rules and policies. The Trainmaster may also be an on-call position that reports to remote locations (line points) and deals directly with customers and main line concerns. The incumbent will manage the day-to-day operations of a 24/7 function.
The Trainmaster demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnership with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.
Essential Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and Transport Canada (TC)
- Effectively lead operating employees acting as a safety leader through active observations and discussions about rule compliance and by implementing preventative measures through staff engagement
- Meet the tactical goals of the service plan: manage dwell time, report results, define problem areas and implement solutions; metrics include on time performance, execution to plan, and cost of quality and safety performance
- Conduct regularly scheduled employee meetings and programs to emphasize safety and discuss mitigation of risks
- Investigate incidents, determine root cause: escalate findings and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
- Manage resources within budget
Other Duties
- May serve as a first responder to critical incidents
- Attend Front Line Supervisor Development Programs in order to learn and understand the organization, operational rules and regulations
- Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
- Wear required protective equipment such as hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses and HI-Vis vest
- Work hours may include a nonstandard work week, overtime, on-call and various shift work
- Occasionally operate trains; maintain certifications and Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) as per industry regulations
- Assist in crew transportation to and from trains
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Union employees at specified properties
- Guide and direct instilling pride, personal development, team production and promotion of the organization's products and services
- Assist in interviewing, hiring, discipline, and training processes for employees
- Ensure responsibilities of all subordinates are defined and understood
- Set the example, create and lead the culture of mutual respect, cooperation and attention to detail for employees to deliver profitable execution on business goals
- Achieve weekly and monthly safety observation expectations and objectives in regard to the safety
management plan
Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- High School Diploma/GED
- 5 years’ Railroad Operations experience
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills to develop high performance team
- Self-motivated; work independently; driven to meet or exceed goals
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Write legibly to complete reports and other work documents
- Strong verbal and written communications skills; effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise and professional manner
- Strong organization and prioritization skills with high attention to detail
- Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution
- Professional integrity and accountability
- Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment
Required Certifications And Licenses
- Valid Driver’s License
- Conductor Certification
Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Incident investigation and reporting experience
- Experience working with employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement
Preferred Certifications And Licenses
- Locomotive engineer certification
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather including: snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing temps
TRAVEL
- Daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours
- Other travel as required to company seminars
Physical Requirements Strength Occ Freq Cons Weight/ Force Side Height From Height To Lifting - Knuckle
X
85 lb
Two Hands
0 in
46 in
Height Rotation Grip Pattern Pushing - Auto Rack Brake
X
83 lb
Two Hands
67.5 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pushing - Ergo Bow Switch
X
133.7 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - Pin Lifter
X
86 lb
Either
25 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - Wheel Brake Tank Car
X
129.3 lb
Right
36 in
Neutral
Hook
Pulling - Wheel Brake Hopper Car
X
136.2 lb
Right
36 in
Neutral
Hook
Pulling - Ground Switch
X
46.8 lb
Two Hands
5 in
Supinated
Cylinder
Pulling - Derail
X
57.5 lb
Two Hands
7 in
Pronated
Cylinder
Pulling - Ergo Bow Switch
X
75.1 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - High Stand Switch
X
87 lb
Two Hands
36 in
Pronated
Cylinder
Pulling - Align Knuckle
X
160.4 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Hook
Grip & Pinch Occ Freq Cons Weight/ Force Side Rotation Grip Setting/Type Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip
X
47 lb
Left
Neutral
3
Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip
X
47 lb
Right
Neutral
3
Upper Body Occ Freq Cons Description Reaching - Below Knee
X
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) below the level of the knee.
Reaching - Over Shoulder
X
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) above shoulder level.
Reaching - Knee to Shoulder
X
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) between knee and shoulder level.
Handling - Both
X
Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hands.
Fingering - Fine Motor Manipulation
X
Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers.
Cervical Flexion/Extension
X
Flexing and/or extending at the cervical spine.
Rotation - Cervical
X
Rotating at the cervical spine.
Rotation - Thoracic & Lumbar
X
Rotating at the thoracic and lumbar spine.
Lower Body
Occ Freq Cons Description Sitting
X
Remaining in a seated position.
Standing
X
Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position without moving about.
Walking
X
Moving about on foot.
Climbing
X
Ascending or descending between two points.
Balancing
X
Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
Stooping
X
Bending body forward by bending spine at the waist.
Kneeling - Two Knees
X
Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one or both knees.
Crouching/Squatting
X
Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
Other Physical Demands Occ Freq Cons Type/Position/Description Vision
X
Per FRA Requirements
Hearing
X
Per FRA Requirements
- Occ = Occasional; defined as 1-33% of a usual and customary workday.
- Freq = Frequent; defined as 34-66% of a usual and customary workday.
- Cons = Constant; defined as 67-100% of a usual and customary workday.
- Not all tasks required at each location. Position and physical demand is representative, but individualized assessment may be necessary.
About OmniTRAX, Inc.
Reliable Rail Services. Proven Real Estate Solutions. OmniTRAX is a smarter way to ship.
Powered by Rail & Real Estate.
We’re proud of who we are, and what we’ve been able to accomplish in a relatively short time. Working in conjunction with our sister company BREG we combine the advantages of real estate and rail with capabilities to will build buildings, develop infrastructure, and provide lease options to suit your needs as an invested partner. We continue to add new services, new companies, and new railroads to help businesses of all sizes grow. We’re dedicated to Powering your Business through our bundled services that include rail freight, terminal and switching services, multimodal transloading, car storage as well as land purchase and industrial development. With access to more than one Class I railroad at most of our properties, we offer a competitive option to suit your supply chain needs. Above all we are committed to service consistency and safety in everything that we do.
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About the role
Position Summary The Trainmaster is a front line supervisor position responsible for meeting OmniTRAX’s service commitments by managing the day-to-day train operations within a territory or terminal and the unionized train crews associated. The incumbent is responsible for learning the operation and organizing the territory in order to ensure train departures and operations are performed safely, efficiently and in compliance with governing regulations and OmniTRAX’s operating rules and policies. The Trainmaster may also be an on-call position that reports to remote locations (line points) and deals directly with customers and main line concerns. The incumbent will manage the day-to-day operations of a 24/7 function.
The Trainmaster demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnership with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.
Essential Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and Transport Canada (TC)
- Effectively lead operating employees acting as a safety leader through active observations and discussions about rule compliance and by implementing preventative measures through staff engagement
- Meet the tactical goals of the service plan: manage dwell time, report results, define problem areas and implement solutions; metrics include on time performance, execution to plan, and cost of quality and safety performance
- Conduct regularly scheduled employee meetings and programs to emphasize safety and discuss mitigation of risks
- Investigate incidents, determine root cause: escalate findings and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
- Manage resources within budget
Other Duties
- May serve as a first responder to critical incidents
- Attend Front Line Supervisor Development Programs in order to learn and understand the organization, operational rules and regulations
- Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
- Wear required protective equipment such as hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses and HI-Vis vest
- Work hours may include a nonstandard work week, overtime, on-call and various shift work
- Occasionally operate trains; maintain certifications and Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) as per industry regulations
- Assist in crew transportation to and from trains
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Union employees at specified properties
- Guide and direct instilling pride, personal development, team production and promotion of the organization's products and services
- Assist in interviewing, hiring, discipline, and training processes for employees
- Ensure responsibilities of all subordinates are defined and understood
- Set the example, create and lead the culture of mutual respect, cooperation and attention to detail for employees to deliver profitable execution on business goals
- Achieve weekly and monthly safety observation expectations and objectives in regard to the safety
management plan
Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- High School Diploma/GED
- 5 years’ Railroad Operations experience
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills to develop high performance team
- Self-motivated; work independently; driven to meet or exceed goals
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Write legibly to complete reports and other work documents
- Strong verbal and written communications skills; effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise and professional manner
- Strong organization and prioritization skills with high attention to detail
- Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution
- Professional integrity and accountability
- Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment
Required Certifications And Licenses
- Valid Driver’s License
- Conductor Certification
Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Incident investigation and reporting experience
- Experience working with employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement
Preferred Certifications And Licenses
- Locomotive engineer certification
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather including: snow, rain, heat, and sub-freezing temps
TRAVEL
- Daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours
- Other travel as required to company seminars
Physical Requirements Strength Occ Freq Cons Weight/ Force Side Height From Height To Lifting - Knuckle
X
85 lb
Two Hands
0 in
46 in
Height Rotation Grip Pattern Pushing - Auto Rack Brake
X
83 lb
Two Hands
67.5 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pushing - Ergo Bow Switch
X
133.7 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - Pin Lifter
X
86 lb
Either
25 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - Wheel Brake Tank Car
X
129.3 lb
Right
36 in
Neutral
Hook
Pulling - Wheel Brake Hopper Car
X
136.2 lb
Right
36 in
Neutral
Hook
Pulling - Ground Switch
X
46.8 lb
Two Hands
5 in
Supinated
Cylinder
Pulling - Derail
X
57.5 lb
Two Hands
7 in
Pronated
Cylinder
Pulling - Ergo Bow Switch
X
75.1 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Cylinder
Pulling - High Stand Switch
X
87 lb
Two Hands
36 in
Pronated
Cylinder
Pulling - Align Knuckle
X
160.4 lb
Two Hands
35 in
Neutral
Hook
Grip & Pinch Occ Freq Cons Weight/ Force Side Rotation Grip Setting/Type Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip
X
47 lb
Left
Neutral
3
Hand Grip - Hose Coupling Grip
X
47 lb
Right
Neutral
3
Upper Body Occ Freq Cons Description Reaching - Below Knee
X
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) below the level of the knee.
Reaching - Over Shoulder
X
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) above shoulder level.
Reaching - Knee to Shoulder
X
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) between knee and shoulder level.
Handling - Both
X
Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hands.
Fingering - Fine Motor Manipulation
X
Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers.
Cervical Flexion/Extension
X
Flexing and/or extending at the cervical spine.
Rotation - Cervical
X
Rotating at the cervical spine.
Rotation - Thoracic & Lumbar
X
Rotating at the thoracic and lumbar spine.
Lower Body
Occ Freq Cons Description Sitting
X
Remaining in a seated position.
Standing
X
Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position without moving about.
Walking
X
Moving about on foot.
Climbing
X
Ascending or descending between two points.
Balancing
X
Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
Stooping
X
Bending body forward by bending spine at the waist.
Kneeling - Two Knees
X
Bending legs at knees to come to rest on one or both knees.
Crouching/Squatting
X
Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
Other Physical Demands Occ Freq Cons Type/Position/Description Vision
X
Per FRA Requirements
Hearing
X
Per FRA Requirements
- Occ = Occasional; defined as 1-33% of a usual and customary workday.
- Freq = Frequent; defined as 34-66% of a usual and customary workday.
- Cons = Constant; defined as 67-100% of a usual and customary workday.
- Not all tasks required at each location. Position and physical demand is representative, but individualized assessment may be necessary.
About OmniTRAX, Inc.
Reliable Rail Services. Proven Real Estate Solutions. OmniTRAX is a smarter way to ship.
Powered by Rail & Real Estate.
We’re proud of who we are, and what we’ve been able to accomplish in a relatively short time. Working in conjunction with our sister company BREG we combine the advantages of real estate and rail with capabilities to will build buildings, develop infrastructure, and provide lease options to suit your needs as an invested partner. We continue to add new services, new companies, and new railroads to help businesses of all sizes grow. We’re dedicated to Powering your Business through our bundled services that include rail freight, terminal and switching services, multimodal transloading, car storage as well as land purchase and industrial development. With access to more than one Class I railroad at most of our properties, we offer a competitive option to suit your supply chain needs. Above all we are committed to service consistency and safety in everything that we do.