Supervisor, Locomotive Engineers

The Supervisor, Locomotive Engineers (SLE) is responsible for training, supervising, and coaching Locomotive Engineers (LE), Student Locomotive Engineers (LET), and Manager Locomotive Engineers on locomotive operations, train handling, and general locomotive engineer responsibilities. In addition, the position monitors and corrects employee safety performance reports. The incumbent acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) while providing guidance and assistance to Divisional Officers on locomotive operation, train handling matters, and LE’s role as well as concerns.

Main Responsibilities

Training LE

• Train, supervise, and coach LE and LET train handling and general locomotive engineer responsibilities

• Support and conduct LET, Locomotive Event Recorder (LER), Distributed Power (DP), Trip Optimizer (TO), and other courses and training as required

• Contribute to the classroom training, on-the-job training, and LET evaluation check rides • Perform annual and triannual evaluations rides pertaining to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations on LE, Remote Control Operators (RCO) trains, and counsel over telephone as well as voice radio

• Utilize locomotive simulator in some training programs

• Train LE regarding any new technologies that are introduced

• Develop and sustain the right employee behaviors with feedback, recognition, reinforcement, and coaching

• Make recommendations on cost control and asset utilization in planning and execution of training

Analyze and Interpret LER Data

• Obtain, analyze, and interpret LER data for accident and incident investigations, monitoring LE and crew performance as well as productivity analysis

• Utilize other CN computer systems such as Wi-Tronix, Service Reliability System (SRS), Crew Assignment Timekeeping System (CATS), Real-Time Business Intelligence (RTBI), and Train Operation Planning and Control (TOPC) to support LER and Locomotive Digital Video Recorder (LDVR) analysis process

• Determine performance as displayed by LER data, including other information and observations

Planning and Supporting Engine Service Officer Duties

• Prioritize and plan SLE duties

• Adjust plans on short notice to accommodate sudden occurrences or disruptions

• Maintain LET training records

• Maintain records regarding train separations such as analyze records, study trends, and make recommendations to reduce separations

• Maintain locomotive simulators in working order and upgrade simulator programs

• Study new locomotive technologies and develop job aids, training material, and courses to LE regarding those new technologies

• Educate Transportation Officers, Assistant Superintendents, and Superintendents concerning train operating

Provide Guidance to Divisional Officers

• Act as a SME, providing guidance and assistance to Divisional Officers on the locomotive operation, train handling matters, and LE’s role and concerns

• Interact and make recommendations to Transportation Managers, General Managers, Senior Vice President (VP), Rail Traffic Control (RTC) Centre personnel, Crew Management Centre (CMC) Centre personnel, Labor Relations, and Risk Management

• Interact and make recommendations about safety critical cases of network disruption, locomotive system failures, and accidents as well as incidents

• Share best practices, information, and operational concerns • Participate in the safety blitz’s, walkabouts, Health and Safety (H&S) committee meetings, and safety summits

• Collaborate with Operating Practices on revisions required to Air Brake and Train Handling Manual, Distributed Power Operating Guide, Trip Optimizer Operating Guide, General Operating Instructions, and any other rules or regulations involving train handling, locomotive operations, and air brakes functions

Working Conditions

The role is performed indoors and outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions and involves irregular working hours. The position requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences. Due to the nature of the role, Supervisor Locomotive Engineers US 3 the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires frequent travel (80%) within the United States (US) and some travel in Canada.

Requirements

Experience

Locomotive Engineer

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a certified LE

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• LE certification, United States Operating Rules (USOR) or General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) qualification

• Valid Driver’s License

• The incumbent must hold a valid passport

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

• Considers ESG principles in all operations

• Collaborates with others and shares information

• Creates a sense of belonging and inclusion

• Demonstrates active listening

• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

• Provides recognition

• Leads by example for the safety and security of all

*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of Operating Rules and Regulations

• Require development of superior knowledge of LER and LDVR operation and computer

• Knowledge of freight cars and locomotive air brakes and how they operate

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)