NOVEMBER WORK ANNIVERSARIES
Join Us in Celebrating CDL's Monthly Employee Milestones!
Mark
HAPPY WORK ANNIVERSARY!
We are so THANKFUL for each of you, for your continued contributions to CDL's core focus of Customer Satisfaction and your efforts to demonstrate CDL's core values: Safety, People, Integrity, Accountability, and Excellence. Your commitment to your professional growth is greatly appreciated.
CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS
Below are the current open positions. If you or someone you know is interested, please send Human Resources an email and submit resumes via https://cdlelectric.com/careers/
Trades Services - Pittsburg, Kansas
• HVAC Install Apprentice
• HVAC Install Technician
• Plumbing Assistant
• Licensed Plumber
• Journeyman Electrician
• Generator Technician
• Handyman/Installer- Bilingual
Humboldt, Kansas
• Master Plumber
• Plumber
• Apprentice Plumber
• Master Electrician
• Journeyman Electrician
• HVAC Lead Installer
Nevada, MO
• HVAC Service Technician
• Experienced Service Electrician
Joplin, Missouri
• Solar Technician
• Solar Electrician
Railroad Service Division
• Railroad Signal Maintainer- Iowa
• Railroad Signal Maintainer-Florida
• Railroad Signal Maintainer-Dublin ,Texas
Underground Utilities Service Division
• Texas and Oklahoma Area
• Operator
• Locator
• Drill Locator
• Laborer
• Kansas City Area
• Railroad Signal Maintainer (TWIC card needed)-New Orleans
• Railroad Signal Maintainer- Michigan/Illinois
• Railroad Signal Maintainer-Wisconsin
• Railroad Signal Maintainer- South Bend, Indiana
• Boring Operator- Traveling required
• Boring Locator-Traveling required
• Boring Foreman-Traveling required
• Trackside Utility Coordinator-Travel Required
• Roadway worker in Charge-Travel Required
HR REMINDERS
Work Place Injuries and Vehicle Accidents have been on the rise, thus resulting in higher insurance premiums and company pay outs. This adds to the corporate overhead on a daily basis.
To ensure everyone’s safety and compliance with company policy, all workplace injuries and vehicle accidents must be reported immediately.
VEHICLE ACCIDENTS
• Stop immediately and check for injuries.
• Report the incident to your supervisor and transportation.
• Contact law enforcement if required by company policy or local laws.
• Take photos and gather witness information if safe to do so.
• No Exceptions
• Even minor injuries or vehicle damage must be reported — delayed reporting can affect workers’ compensation and insurance claims.
• Safety first — reporting helps protect you, your coworkers, and the company.
PLEASE REMEMBER:
• Report Immediately
• Notify your Supervisor and Human Resources for work place injuries as soon as the incident occurs — no matter how minor it may seem.
• Prompt reporting helps ensure proper care, documentation, and prevention of future incidents.
• Seek Medical Attention
• If anyone is injured, get medical help right away.
• Follow all safety and first aid procedures.
• Complete Required Documentation
• Fill out an Incident/Accident Report Form as soon as possible.
• Include all details: date, time, location, people involved, and description of what happened
Failure to report a workplace injury or a vehicle accident in a timely manner will result in disciplinary action. Vehicle Corrective actions will be issued by the Transportation Department.
HEALTH & SAFETY REMINDERS
By: Curt Featherby
Cold Weather Safety – Frostbite
Extremely cold air comes every winter into at least part of the country and affects millions of people across the United States. This Arctic air can be dangerous. Combined with brisk winds, dangerous cold wind chill values can result. People exposed to extreme cold are susceptible to frostbite and can succumb to hypothermia in a matter of minutes. Areas most prone to frostbite are uncovered skin and the extremities, hands, and feet. Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.
If you or someone you care about must venture outdoors during extreme cold this winter, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce the risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Try to seek shelter from the wind as much as possible while outside. Once inside again, change into dry clothing immediately if you are wet. Watch for frostbite and hypothermia and take immediate action upon the first detection of either.
WATCH FOR FROSTBITE
Frostbite can happen in minutes, especially in the extremities such as fingers, toes, nose, and ears, but can affect any area of exposed skin. If you suspect frostbite, immediately move inside to a heated location, and begin warming the affected areas using warm water or body heat. Do not use hot water or radiant heat such as a fireplace since affected areas can be easily burned. Seek medical attention for severe frostbite.
Frostbite happens when the body’s survival mechanisms kick in during extremely cold weather. To protect the vital inner organs, your body cuts circulation to your extremities, which will eventually freeze. To avoid frostbite, stay inside during severe cold, especially when the wind chill is -50 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
If you must go out, try to cover ears, nose, toes, and fingers, etc. Mittens are better than gloves. Keep your skin dry. Stay out of the wind when possible. Drink plenty of fluids since hydration increases the blood’s volume, which helps prevent frostbite. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and cigarettes. Caffeine constricts blood vessels, preventing warming of your extremities. Alcohol reduces shivering, which helps keep you warm. Cigarettes restrict the blood flow to your hands.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF FROSTBITE
Redness or pain in any skin area may be the first sign of frostbite. Other signs and symptoms of frostbite include a white or grayish yellow skin area, skin that feels unusually firm or waxy, and numbness.
FROSTBITE FIRST AID
Get indoors as quickly as possible. Until you can get indoors:
§ Don’t rub or massage cold body parts;
§ Put your hands in your armpits;
§ Hold onto another person or animal;
§ Drink warm liquids;
§ Put on extra layers of clothes, blankets, etc.; and
§ Remove rings, watches, and any other tight jewelry or related items.
ONCE INDOORS.....
§ Don’t walk on a frostbitten foot. You could cause more damage;
§ Get in a warm, NOT hot, bath and wrap your face and ears in a moist, warm, NOT hot, towel; and
§ Don’t get near a hot stove or heater or use a heating pad, hot water bottle, or a hair dryer. You may burn yourself before feeling returns.
Frostbitten skin will become red and swollen and feel like it’s on fire. You may develop blisters. Don’t break the blisters. Doing so may cause scarring and infection.
If your skin turns blue or gray, is very swollen, blistered, or feels hard and numb even under the surface, go to the hospital as soon as possible.
Stay safe in the cold! More Layers = More protection!
A DECADE IN THE MAKING S-60 PLUS GRADE CROSSING GATE MECHANISM
After nearly a decade of development, refinement, and industry collaboration, the S-60 Plus Grade Crossing Gate Mechanism is officially moving into production. This marks a major milestone not only for Siemens, but for CDL and the railroads we support nationwide. For years, field crews have relied on older mechanical cam systems that require frequent adjustment and handson maintenance. The S-60 Plus introduces a new era of digital control, reliability, and serviceability.
For CDL, this advancement is especially meaningful. Our teams have been involved in installation work, field testing, and real-world evaluations that helped shape the final product. The S-60 Plus offers programmable digital contacts, onboard diagnostics, fewer moving parts, and a streamlined design that reduces troubleshooting time. One of its most significant advantages is retrofit compatibility. Railroads can upgrade from existing S-40 or S-60 mechanisms to the S-60 Plus without replacing entire foundations or assemblies, minimizing service disruption and lowering long-term costs.
The release of the S-60 Plus represents a major step forward for the rail industry, providing safer, smarter, and more efficient grade crossing technology. As this next-generation system enters full production, CDL is positioned at the forefront of implementation, supporting railroads as they modernize their infrastructure and enhance system reliability. This milestone strengthens CDL’s role as a trusted partner in advancing rail safety, technology, and operational excellence.