Job Description
Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Trainmaster will deliver efficient movement of traffic within the road territory and yard-terminal by developing, coordinating and ensuring the daily yard-terminal/road operating plan is completed in a safe and cost-effective manner. The successful candidate will lead by example to build a strong safety culture along with providing coaching on operational standards.
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POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance yard and road fluidity to achieve Local Service Operating Plan (LOSP) and Operating Plan (OP)
Oversee all train movements within the yard and mainline ensuring safe, tactical execution of the LOSP and OP through active supervision of personnel and communication across departments
Accountable for safety, service, productivity and financial metrics for their terminal
Lead safety compliance within the terminal, providing corrective actions as needed to uphold standards, engage in safety discussions to promote a culture of safety
Handle investigations in accordance with company policies and collective bargaining agreement and recommend corrective action plans
Conduct efficiency tests, train rides and safety related activities to support a safe, efficient operation; and may be required to attend derailments/incidents/injuries when on duty
Responsible for inventory management for terminals and line of road in their areas of responsibility
Coach and mentor Train & Engine employees
Occasionally operate trains; maintain certifications and licenses (Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) for Canada, General Code Operating Rules (GCOR) for U.S., Engineer, etc.) as per industry regulations
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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or general equivalency
Previous railway experience as a conductor, required. Locomotive engineer qualification is an asset
Valid driver’s license
2+ years’ previous supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment is an asset
Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
Leadership presence with the drive and commitment to career advancement
Strong troubleshooting skills; drill down to understand root cause and resolve complex issues
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing task priorities and work situations
Excellent communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions including over radio)
Read and understand safety instructions, operating rules and regulations and other written or printed material in English
Previous experience conducting investigations; analyzing, understanding, and resolving local issues related to interpreting variances to operating protocols, an asset
Proficient in MS Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Valid passport is required
Ability to frequently cross the border into Canada for work purposes is required
Frequent travel is required across the territory including Illinois / Indiana / Michigan to Windsor
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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or general equivalency
Previous railway experience as a conductor, required. Locomotive engineer qualification is an asset
Valid driver’s license
2+ years’ previous supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment is an asset
Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
Leadership presence with the drive and commitment to career advancement
Strong troubleshooting skills; drill down to understand root cause and resolve complex issues
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing task priorities and work situations
Excellent communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions including over radio)
Read and understand safety instructions, operating rules and regulations and other written or printed material in English
Previous experience conducting investigations; analyzing, understanding, and resolving local issues related to interpreting variances to operating protocols, an asset
Proficient in MS Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Valid passport is required
Ability to frequently cross the border into Canada for work purposes is required
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WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Annual fitness subsidy
Part-time studies pro...