CLEVELAND, October 12 — CN is seeking qualified and experienced Locomotive Engineers for current openings in the Fulton, Ky., area. A minimum of two years current operating experience as a Locomotive Engineer for a Class I railroad is required.
CN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates apply.
Preference may be given to local candidates. Only individuals selected for interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
A locomotive engineer operates diesel-electric locomotives; interprets general orders, train signals, and railroad rules and regulations to transport freight in a safe and satisfactory manner.
Railroad brakeman experience and Locomotive Engineer certification is required. Must possess a minimum education of a high school diploma or GED and possess current and valid driver’s license.
A locomotive engineer is required to follow company safety procedures, use common sense, and maintain an overall level of safety awareness in the work environment. Must make effective decisions and must be able to understand and provide written and oral communications.
An engineer should possess good climbing and balancing skills, good eye-hand coordination, and the ability to grasp. Engineers frequently lift/carry up to 50 pounds and are occasionally required to lift/carry up to 100 pounds. Minimum visual acuity and hearing threshold requirements exist. An engineer must also have the ability to distinguish color.
Engineers are covered by the Federal Hours of Service Law and are subject to random drug and alcohol testing. New employees generally work on an extra board subject to call 24 hours per day. The work schedule is typically a minimum 10 – hour day; 6 days per week.
All interested candidates should apply online at: http://www.cn.ca.