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Train Conductor

2 months ago

Wilkie, Saskatchewan, Canada CPKC Full time
Job Summary

CPKC is seeking a highly skilled and safety-conscious Conductor to join our Operations Prairie North Division team in Wilkie, Saskatchewan. As a Conductor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of trains across our 20,000-mile network.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars and lifting out coupling devices
  • Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting the movement of trains
  • Signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using specific signals or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up, set or release air brakes
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of and follow General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), general orders and bulletins
  • Provide flag protection and relay signals to trains in an emergency situation
Requirements
  • Must be able to perform work that can be physically demanding, such as walking up to 10 kilometers a day on uneven ground, climbing up and down, and lifting and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds on occasion)
  • Work unscheduled shift work in a 24/7 operating environment
  • Work up to 12 hour shifts, including days, evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to report to work within a two hour call window, after scheduled rest
  • Excellent focus, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
  • Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions, including over radio)
  • Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required
  • Valid driver's license required
What We Offer
  • Flexible and competitive benefits package
  • Competitive company pension plan
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Annual Fitness Subsidy
  • Part-time Studies Program
Training and Development

CPKC provides 16 weeks of paid in-class and field training, providing you with a solid understanding of our safety practices, rules, and operations. You will earn 80% of the job rate upon starting classroom training and then 90% of the job rate upon successful completion of the classroom portion.

Medical Requirements

As this position is considered safety-critical, successful candidates are required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision (including accurate colour vision), hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required.

Background Investigations

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances: criminal history check, education verification, and driver's license verification.