Senior Manager - Railway Signals and Construction - 19165
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Senior Manager – Railway Signals and Construction (CDL Group of Companies)
Contact – Dave Banns (dbanns@theheadhunters.ca)
The Headhunters Recruitment has partnered with CDL Group of Companies (https://cdlelectric.com/) to add a full-time Senior Manager – Railway Signals and Construction to their Canadian team.
Reporting to the Canadian Operations and Special Projects Lead, the Manager - Railway Signals and Construction Canada for CDL is responsible for overseeing a team of supervisors and maintainers responsible for upholding Transportation Canada guidelines and standards accompanied by provincial testing and maintenance standards. The incumbent is accountable for managing divisional P/L’s, business development, hiring, invoice verification, estimating, testing and commissioning as well as sourcing and procurement. The role requires following codes of practice and documentation to ensure full compliance in Canada while cultivating company safety metrics and programs. Client relations and strategic expansion are key components of duties.
About CDL
Since 1964, CDL has been providing Trade, and Railroad services across the United States.
As one of the fastest growing companies in the area, they have expanded to include over 15 specialized services across these 2 business segments. Proudly serving 40,000 customers and maintain +3,000 railroad crossings in North America across these segments, they have brought their expertise to Canada.
CDL is the only contractor in North America, with complete operations in-house. Their Core Values include: Safety First, Can Do Attitude, Sense of Urgency, One Team / One Dream & Quality Above All. These all lead to their Core Focus à Customer Satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include: Responsible for infield accuracy of maintainer testing, maintaining, and improving grade crossing warning, AEI or defect detector systems on their assigned territory. Follow regulations and testing procedures as set forth by Transport Canada, Railway Client and CDL Canada Standards. Understand and comply with Transport Canada rules and regulations around railroad signaling, including any applicable Hours of Service Law. Responsible for providing detailed test and inspection reports. Paperwork may include: testing records, HOS forms, timesheets, material handling forms and trouble tickets. Responsible for implementing strategies to maximize profitability in their area of responsibility. Foster good relationships with local railroad customers and suppliers Be a team player willing to help other territories and railroads. Assist with special projects, when assigned including general labor. Comply with railway and CDL safe work practices and signal work practices. Exposure to live trains/tracks and high voltage. Work is safety sensitive requiring PPE. Keep company vehicles, equipment, tools, and signals in ready for service condition. Perform work that can be physically demanding- driving long distances, bending, standing, walking for long periods of time on uneven ground, climbing up/down, and lifting/pulling heavy objects (up to 50 pounds). Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Valid Driver’s license. What the successful candidate will bring: Electronics, Communications Technologist/Technician Certification from a recognized technical College. Advanced knowledge of electronic instruments and electrical fundamentals with an emphasis on low-voltage AC & DC circuits and relay or ladder logic. Must be able to read and comprehend wiring diagrams. Knowledge of rail operations and railroad signaling principles with focus on grade crossing warning systems, defect detectors and AEI readers and radio communications. Experience overseeing project coordination with employees, clients, and vendors. Strong communication skills - provide clear and concise reports, instructions and/or directions to team members and with stakeholders regarding project progress and challenges. Excellent focus and attention to detail with the ability to multi-task. Proficiency with MS Office, Excel and Word and specific diagnostic/software use. Ability to travel to oversee field work In return, you can expect: Base salary ranging from $150,000 - $160,000 plus OT Full Benefits Vacation Company Vehicle or Allowance Work from Home Opportunity to play an integral role during a growth period Only candidates already eligible to work in Canada will be reviewed. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Contact – Dave Banns (dbanns@theheadhunters.ca)
The Headhunters Recruitment has partnered with CDL Group of Companies (https://cdlelectric.com/) to add a full-time Senior Manager – Railway Signals and Construction to their Canadian team.
Reporting to the Canadian Operations and Special Projects Lead, the Manager - Railway Signals and Construction Canada for CDL is responsible for overseeing a team of supervisors and maintainers responsible for upholding Transportation Canada guidelines and standards accompanied by provincial testing and maintenance standards. The incumbent is accountable for managing divisional P/L’s, business development, hiring, invoice verification, estimating, testing and commissioning as well as sourcing and procurement. The role requires following codes of practice and documentation to ensure full compliance in Canada while cultivating company safety metrics and programs. Client relations and strategic expansion are key components of duties.
About CDL
Since 1964, CDL has been providing Trade, and Railroad services across the United States.
As one of the fastest growing companies in the area, they have expanded to include over 15 specialized services across these 2 business segments. Proudly serving 40,000 customers and maintain +3,000 railroad crossings in North America across these segments, they have brought their expertise to Canada.
CDL is the only contractor in North America, with complete operations in-house. Their Core Values include: Safety First, Can Do Attitude, Sense of Urgency, One Team / One Dream & Quality Above All. These all lead to their Core Focus à Customer Satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include: Responsible for infield accuracy of maintainer testing, maintaining, and improving grade crossing warning, AEI or defect detector systems on their assigned territory. Follow regulations and testing procedures as set forth by Transport Canada, Railway Client and CDL Canada Standards. Understand and comply with Transport Canada rules and regulations around railroad signaling, including any applicable Hours of Service Law. Responsible for providing detailed test and inspection reports. Paperwork may include: testing records, HOS forms, timesheets, material handling forms and trouble tickets. Responsible for implementing strategies to maximize profitability in their area of responsibility. Foster good relationships with local railroad customers and suppliers Be a team player willing to help other territories and railroads. Assist with special projects, when assigned including general labor. Comply with railway and CDL safe work practices and signal work practices. Exposure to live trains/tracks and high voltage. Work is safety sensitive requiring PPE. Keep company vehicles, equipment, tools, and signals in ready for service condition. Perform work that can be physically demanding- driving long distances, bending, standing, walking for long periods of time on uneven ground, climbing up/down, and lifting/pulling heavy objects (up to 50 pounds). Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Valid Driver’s license. What the successful candidate will bring: Electronics, Communications Technologist/Technician Certification from a recognized technical College. Advanced knowledge of electronic instruments and electrical fundamentals with an emphasis on low-voltage AC & DC circuits and relay or ladder logic. Must be able to read and comprehend wiring diagrams. Knowledge of rail operations and railroad signaling principles with focus on grade crossing warning systems, defect detectors and AEI readers and radio communications. Experience overseeing project coordination with employees, clients, and vendors. Strong communication skills - provide clear and concise reports, instructions and/or directions to team members and with stakeholders regarding project progress and challenges. Excellent focus and attention to detail with the ability to multi-task. Proficiency with MS Office, Excel and Word and specific diagnostic/software use. Ability to travel to oversee field work In return, you can expect: Base salary ranging from $150,000 - $160,000 plus OT Full Benefits Vacation Company Vehicle or Allowance Work from Home Opportunity to play an integral role during a growth period Only candidates already eligible to work in Canada will be reviewed. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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