Assistant Trainmaster

Join Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), the only truly North American railway, as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network.

About the Role:

The Assistant Trainmaster will play a key role in supporting the 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all train movements within the yard and mainline through active supervision of personnel and communication across departments ensuring compliance to Local Service Operating Plan and Operating Plan
• Coordinate and standardize processes related to operating plan, arrival, classification, building, inspecting and dispatching of trains
• Provide leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity and financial metrics
• Effectively lead Trains and Engines operating employees acting as a safety leader through active observations and discussions about rule compliance and by implementing preventative measures through staff engagement
• Occasionally operate trains; maintain certifications and licenses as per industry regulations
• Assist in crew transportation to and from trains

Requirements:

• Previous railway experience as a conductor and Locomotive engineer qualification is an asset
• 2 years' previous supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment is preferred
• 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; ability to 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, regulations, and other written or printed material in English
• High school diploma/general equivalency diploma, required
• Valid driver's license, required
• Proficient in MS Office Outlook, Word, and Excel

What We Offer:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

About CPKC:

As the only truly North American railway, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.

CPKC's Commitment to Safety:

Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets.

CPKC's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.