Oakpark Powerline Services

Railway Foreman, Crew Supervisor

LocationWinnipeg, MB
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Oakpark Powerline Services is seeking Railway Foreman experienced with supervising crews for their growing full-service rail contracting team that operates throughout Western Canada this position will report to the Division Foreman.

This position will be reporting to the head office near St Adolphe, Manitoba and therefore the right candidate must be able to make that commute on a daily basis. Project locations will vary and travel is essential.


We offer:

Industry leading wages based on experience
Additional living allowance when working away from home
Scheduled rotations
Benefits
Company matched pension


Job Duties:

Supervise a crew ensuring that project timelines are met
Able to provide coaching and guidance ensuring all rules are adhered to
Ability to identify potential obstacles or delays
Communicate with management and field staff
Complete Rule 42's and TOPS
Ability to pay attention to detail, follow instruction and communicate effectively
Ability to perform physical work outside in all weather conditions year-round
Operate large vehicle and heavy equipment both on and off the rail
Use electrical multi-meters and cable locators
Ability to travel across Canada as required
Working under strict timelines


Requirements:

Class 5 license
Hi-Rail experience
Ability to lift over 50lbs
Able to work with little to no supervision
Able to communicate professionally with management and colleagues
High level of tolerance to ambiguity and rapidly changing/pivoting schedules
Ability to successfully complete CN e-Railsafe
Ability to successfully complete CROR Operating Rules course and TIGS


Flexibility to work:

Long hours on a regular basis (Days, Evenings, Nights)
Physically demanding and mostly outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to work away from home for periods of time

Preference will be given to those with protecting experience with a Class 1 railroad.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check

Please submit your resume and cover letter via Indeed only. We thank all those who are interested in the position however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Oakpark Powerline Services' head office is located on Highway 75, 5 miles south of Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Oakpark Powerline Services Ltd. is a majority indigenous owned company, COR certified High Voltage Line company with extensive rail experience that provides our customers with a comprehensive range of high and low voltage electrical construction and maintenance services including but not limited to rail power signals and communications, rail protection, overhead powerline construction and maintenance, substation construction, maintenance and inspections, underground distribution construction and maintenance, fiber optic cable system installation, street lighting installation and maintenance, horizontal directional drilling and water pressure vacuum excavation. Oakpark Powerline also performs a wide variety of civil construction work and is available for emergency work 24/7.


Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


Additional pay:


Overtime pay


Benefits:

Company pension
Dental care
Extended health care


Schedule:

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Overtime


Application question(s):

I understand that this position requires the ability to commute to Oakpark's head office near St Adolphe, MB and am able to make the commute on a daily basis, if required


Experience:

Supervisor: 3 years (preferred)
Railway, Protecting Foreman: 5 years (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

Class 5 license, or higher (required)


Willingness to travel:


75% (preferred)


Work Location: In person

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