About this role
Qualified
Rate : $43.6 Per hour
Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate
during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employees are also eligible
to an employee share investment plan (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad
Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.
Dock Clerk – Guaranteed Extra Board
Job Summary
The Dock Clerk – Guaranteed Extra Board is responsible for performing duties for the Duluth and Two Harbors Ore Docks such as inventory management (processing train and vessel movements). The role communicates with internal and external customers and vendors, ensures scheduling, performs warehouse duties including operating a fork lift, and maintains a variety of records. Furthermore, work assignments are determined in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Major Responsibilities
Prepare data using computer terminals
Perform all functions of the Dock Information Systems including shipping boats, and obtaining accurate weight sheets for trains coming to the Duluth and Two Harbors Docks
Perform callouts for workforce needs in accordance to various union agreements
Record, maintain, and provide train and vessel arrival, departure, and other related information
Provide customers accurate messages indicating inventory status
Communicate train orders, movement instructions, and other information to internal and external stakeholders
Operate vehicles and fork lifts
Communicate by telephone and email to complete various tasks and instructions
Maintain Working Boards, including creating bulletins and awarding positions, bumping, vacancies and any other occurrence
Maintain timely Staff Actions for change of positions, medical, and furloughed
Maintain storehouse inventory levels at appropriate levels through issuance, orders, and audit requirements
Perform other essential functions as assigned
Working Conditions
Standard working conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday
Ability to change schedule to cover vacancies
Available to work shifts, weekends and holidays
Available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences
Work indoors and outdoors (depending on assignment) in various types of weather and environmental conditions
Sitting for a prolonged period of time
Ability to stoop, bend, climb, kneel, crouch, balance, and walk on uneven surfaces
May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Requirements
Experience or general knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), SharePoint, Excel, Access, Word and Power Point
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Certified or pass certification operating fork lift
Must be 18 years of age
Must have a valid driver’s licence
Must qualify on all covered Dock positions for guarantee
Successfully complete a typing or data entry assessment, and have computer literacy
Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot while working autonomously
Ability to prioritize, multitask and have good organization skills
Exceptional ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and multitask
Demonstrate good teamwork skills and ability to maintain positive interactions with others
Good verbal, reading comprehension and writing skills, ability to analyze a situation and make decisions effectively
Demonstrate a customer-service focus and dedication to meeting established standards of quality and safety
Ability to maintain an overall level of safety awareness in the work environment
Training
The incumbent participates in a training program which involves job shadowing and practical application and typically takes 45 working days to complete. The work location is at the Duluth Docks’ headquarters and the incumbent also supports both the Duluth and Two Harbors locations and may need to fill vacancies at both ports.
This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [email protected].
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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