Technical Training Officer, Engineering, Welding Job at CN in Homewood

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**Job Summary**

The Technical Training Officer, Engineering, Welding is responsible for training Engineering employees in welding programs, including basic track welding, advanced track welding, thermite welding, and structural Bridges and Structures (B&S) welding. The incumbent is required to train, mentor, coach and qualify employees on various techniques related to frog and switch track welding, rail grinding, thermite welding, and structural welding. The role maintains facility equipment, job aids and scheduled maintenance records.

**Main Responsibilities**

**Training Delivery**

Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the creation and update of training materials

Provide training to employees through classroom instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and training exercises

Maintain an understanding of how to practically apply skills related to frog and switch track welding, rail grinding, thermite welding, and structural welding

Maintain an understanding of how to practically apply the United States Rail Operating Rules (USROR) and On Track Safety (OTS) as they relate to Engineering employees and track protection

Foster a culture of safety leadership to ensure the safety of all employees, operations, and the public

Evaluate trainees ability to demonstrate tasks proficiency

Administer and grade exams

Complete performance and qualifying documents and ensure all training events are gathered in the Learning Management System (LMS)

**Maintain and Upgrade Facility Equipment**

Assess functionality of tools and equipment for hands-on training components prior to training

Repair all malfunctioning tools and equipment

Maintain organization and cleanliness in the welding lab

**Develop Comprehensive Training Plan**

Collaborate with Managers and Senior Managers to resolve and identify functional training needs

Develop training delivery plan

Establish training delivery schedule designed to meet training needs

**Working Conditions**

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The incumbent must be available to work night shifts and weekends when necessary. The role requires minimal travel (25%) to carry out field training and quality audits.

**Requirements**

**Experience**

Engineering Track Construction and Maintenance

Between 5 to 10 years of engineering track construction and maintenance experience with a strong track welding background (e.g., frog, switch, and thermite welding)

o Experience as a Welder

o Experience as a Track Supervisor or Rail and Quality Supervisor*

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

**Education/Certification/Designation**

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

Qualified as a Track Welder

Qualified in Track Inspection Guidelines

Valid Drivers Licence

Any additional education in Engineering or other related field such as Physics or Mathematics*

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

**Competencies**

Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action

Collaborates with others and shares information

Promotes diversity and equity

Sets direction and inspires others

Communicates with impact

Develops self and others

**Technical Skills/Knowledge**

Strong knowledge of CNs Engineering Track department and field operations, specifically related to welding

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Fluently both written and verbal in English

Knowledge of Systems Applications and Products (SAP), Track Inspection System (TIS) and LMS*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

**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 Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a19,500 milerail 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,sustainabilityand our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

_CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email._