DESCRIPTION

This position performs complex technical training instruction and is sought out as technical resource by business unit leaders. It has a solid instructional design background and is knowledgeable in a variety of learning delivery vehicles. This role develops, facilitates, and maintains advanced technical subject matter courses. It performs project management duties, such as coordinating and administrating existing long-term training programs, vendor management and contract administration. It evaluates overall performance of students and training programs, leads participants of training programs and actively participates in communications and with business unit leaders to refine training requirements. Works independently and receives minimal guidance. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Leads projects with moderate scope, risks, and resource requirements. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Develops and manages operational initiatives to deliver tactical results.

Works independently and receives minimal guidance. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Leads projects with moderate scope, risks, and resource requirements. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Develops and manages operational initiatives to deliver tactical results.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develops, installs and administers the computer scenarios needed to train and test locomotive engineers on locomotive simulator equipment.
• Provides new-hire and promotion training and current employee mandatory compliance training (Federal Licenses). Delivers this training at specific hiring and working locations around the KCS network and ensures delivered content meets all company and federal requirements.
• Provides continuing education regarding safety and operating rules.
• Ensures all technical employees are trained to work safely and efficiently.
• Responsible for 100% compliance documentation of delivered training content in either a classroom, on-line, or blended learning solution to include mobile.
• Maintains an ongoing process of evaluating and utilizing current and new technology to enhance the overall training process
• Exemplifies KCS Vision, Values, and Culture in each and every interaction with team, clients, and stakeholders.

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job related major field of study
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED

• Post-secondary education; 3 years technical training experience and 2 years in a project management work role.
• 2 years of experience as Road Engineer.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position has a regular full time schedule with a normal work week of Monday through Friday. There may be a need for occasional work after hours or weekends.
• This position may require minimal travel up to 10% of the time.

WE OFFER

• Complete health and welfare benefits package
• Competitive salary
• Incentive plan
• Vacation plan

EEO STATEMENT

We value a culturally diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer while providing reasonable accommodations for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. The talent selection process for vacant positions at Kansas City Southern de México, S.A. de C.V. (KSCM) is governed by the principles established in its Labor Equality and Non-Discrimination Policy, in accordance with the provisions of section III of Article 1 of the Federal Law to Prevent and Eliminate Discrimination (LFPED), and applies to applicants internal and / or external alike. In addition, KCSM does not request clinical tests and / or desk tests from applicants as part of the decision-making process during selection.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

In 1887, Arthur Stilwell constructed a north-south railroad while others were heading east and west, setting the tone for a century-old legacy of outstanding vision; entrepreneurial spirit; resilience in the face of adversity; and, willingness to challenge conventional wisdom. Building on that legacy, our culture is further defined by a new vision for the future and a core set of values - Safety, Customer Focus, Communication, Teamwork, Initiative & Innovation, and Diversity & Civility. We believe that the way we do business is as important as the business we do.

In addition to a culture that allows employees to thrive, we encourage resourcefulness with an award, recognizing employees who see a problem (or opportunity), find a solution, and use whatever authority and resources are available to get a job done well - accomplishing what was previously thought could not be done.

If you want to do work that is creative and strategic, be heard, grow professionally, be valued by your employer, and know that you are making an important contribution to an essential industry, a global supply chain, and the larger economy, Kansas City Southern may be the place for you.

Required Skills Required Experience

• Ability to read work orders and follow instructions given for each job

• Good manual dexterity and ability to perform the various duties associated with handling product from bindery or mailing equipment

• Basic computer skills