Structures Foreman

CPKC•Bensenville, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Structures Foreman, you’ll lead and oversee the maintenance of bridges, trestles, buildings, concrete foundations, retaining walls, and related structural areas to ensure a safe environment around all structures and walkways. The selected candidate will supervise crews performing restoration and repair work on timber, concrete, and steel bridges, including posting piles, installing bridge caps, bridge ties, and headwalls, as well as completing minor steel repairs such as removing rivets and replacing them with bolts.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency
Must be at least 18 years of age
Background in carpentry, masonry and welding or other applicable trades
Valid driver’s license: Class A commercial driver’s license
Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred
Adept at conveying information accurately and providing straightforward directions

Responsibilities

Supervise and perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on railroad bridges, including timber, concrete, and steel structures
Coordinate repair projects by securing needed materials, planning job tasks, and organizing bridge crews and work schedules
Operate and assist with equipment and tools such as hoisting equipment, drills, jackhammers, rivet busters, chainsaws, air drills and cutting tools
Inspect, test, and repair bridge components such as timber, bridge ties, rails, spikes, drift pins, bolts, and other fastening devices
Carry out general upkeep, such as working at heights on ladders or scaffolding, clearing debris, and maintaining properties
Specialize in the maintenance and repair of structures including buildings, platforms and bridges with expertise in wood framing, concrete work, snow removal, and station facilities to ensure a safe environment
Record inspection findings, repair details, and structural conditions accurately in official inspection books and reports
Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. as required