Locomotive Engineer / Conductor (Switch Crew) - Kamloops (Seasonal Part Time April to October)

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Description

Armstrong Collective is the parent company of Rocky Mountaineer (RM) and Canyon Spirit, unforgettable rail experiences in Western Canada and the American Southwest. Since 1990, we have grown to become the largest privately-owned luxury rail company in the world, having welcomed over 2.4 million guests onboard. We are committed to living our values : Create Meaningful Moments, Be One Team, Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes. We foster a work environment of respect, integrity, and honesty; where diversity is valued, and talent is developed to support the growth of our team members and our company.

Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, Rail Operations, the Locomotive Engineer / Conductor (Switch Crew) is an integral team member of the company’s Operations and Mechanical team. The Locomotive Engineer / Switch person will be mainly responsible for the safe movement of passenger rail equipment located in the Kamloops yard. The Locomotive Engineer / Switch person will also be responsible for mainline rescues on both CN and CPKC territory when required.

This position is deemed Safety Critical and pre-employment testing will be required. Final candidates must successfully pass a safety critical medical exam and will undergo medical monitoring as prescribed by Transport Canada.

Key Areas of Accountability

Responsibilities

• Move passenger rail equipment between maintenance locations, stations, and adjoining mainlines
• As required, perform switching of passenger rail equipment as per instructions to change locomotive and rail car placements
• Operate and service rail equipment including handbrakes, air hoses, disconnect / connect HEP cables and water lines, operate track switches and derails
• Comply with all Canadian Railway Operating Rules, General Operating Instructions and applicable safety rules
• Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, railroad rules, and regulations related to safety and operations
• Provide and receive various forms of oral and printed instructions concerning the movement and placement of rail cars
• Cross reference verbal and printed instructions to ensure the accurate placement of rail cars on trains and in the yard
• Observe, interpret, and relay signals as per rules
• Communicate effectively with Rail Traffic Control, other train crews, and other departments via radio

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Perks and Benefits

Hourly wage : $39.49 / hour

The company is an equal opportunity employer, driven by our values of Creating Meaningful Moments, Being One Team, and Achieving Extraordinary Outcomes. Our strong company culture supports our vision of a diverse, open, safe, and respectful workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. If you require any accommodation during the application process or throughout your employment, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met and to create a supportive environment.

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This job description is not exhaustive of all duties and will encompass additional duties assigned. Responsibilities, title, reporting structure and duties may be changed in response to business requirements.

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