Chief Operator

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Who will you be working with?

Nordco is 100% committed to meeting the needs of our customers by providing the best solutions for their applications. We provide an array of products and services that help the railroad industry keep its trains running safely, efficiently and on time. For 90 years, Nordco has been the leading designer and manufacturer of roadway work equipment. Today, no other company supplies more of these types of machines to the North American railroads, public transit systems, contractors and equipment leasing companies. We are proud of our long history of success, our diverse mix of businesses, and our values-based work environment.

How will you make a difference?

The Chief Operator is responsible for the supervision and operation of rail test vehicles by company and industry standards. Chief Operators will be evaluated based on performance metrics used by their field supervision as well as by the customer. The responsibility of the Nordco Rail Flaw detection team is to understand the expectations of the customer and work to meet or exceed expectations.

What do we want to know about you?

• Minimum high school diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree in a technical-related discipline preferred. Mechanical technical training a plus. Level I and II Ultrasonic Testing certifications a strong plus.

• Completed the required number of hours as a trainee as outlined by the FRA.

• Valid Driver’s license.

• Qualified in all safe operating practices as required by the company, railroad and other involved Agencies.

• Graduated from an approved course in the basics of ultrasonic technology; (UT Level 1 and UT Level 2) preferred.

• Must be a team player and willing to do whatever it takes to make the customer happy in a safe and ethical manner.

• Extensive travel for long periods within Canada.

What will your typical day look like?

• Remain well versed in and practice all railroad and highway safety and operating procedures.

• Perform a high-quality Ultrasonic Test (UT) and maintain the skill, methods, and practices needed.

• Supervise all crew members and ensure a high level of professionalism.

• Maintain positive and constructive relations with the customer representatives in the field; must conduct themselves in a customer friendly manner.

• Adhere to and execute instructions found in reference manuals as well as customer playbook.

• Ensure the proper maintenance and calibration of equipment.

• Partners with Assistant Operator to maintain 5S.

• Produce all necessary paperwork including but not limited to, daily reports, maintenance reports, trip reports, etc.

• Overall responsibility for the truck and all of its components.

• Maintains a DOT logbook and timesheets.

• Supervise the training of new employees under guidance of Training and Development Manager.

• Report daily expenses and parts usage accurately.

What about the physical demands of the job?

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to dust, oil, grease, fumes or airborne particles. Although work is primarily done inside a testing vehicle the employee might frequently be required to be outside in any weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, climb, walk unassisted, sit and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. This position will require extensive travel away from throughout Canada.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

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