Train Conductor

CPKC is hiring conductors for a 4-month period in 2024, offering a $5,000 signing bonus.

As the only truly North American railway, CPKC connects Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, moving essential goods across its 20,000-mile network.

The conductor position is a foundational role in the railway, operating within the framework of the union agreement.

Conductors work as part of a train crew, assisting in switching rail cars, making or splitting up trains in rail yards, or moving rail cars between rail yards.

They must be vigilant about safety, prepared for unscheduled shift work, and able to work outdoors in all types of weather.

Conductors can lead to career growth as a Yard Foreperson, Locomotive Engineer, or management.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Perform physically demanding work, including walking up to 10 kilometers a day on uneven ground, climbing, lifting, and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds)
• Work unscheduled shifts in a 24/7 operating environment
• Work up to 12 hour shifts, including days, evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays
• Report to work within a two hour call window, after scheduled rest
• Focus, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Strong communication skills, including providing clear and concise instructions/directions over radio
• Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time
• Pass required physical job tasks, written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, operating rules and regulations, and other written or printed material in English
• Be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) required
• Valid driver's license required

**Accountabilities:**

• Work in either train or yard service, depending on seniority
• Carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements
• Coordinate the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars and lifting out coupling device
• Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting movement of train
• 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
• Move on and off moving or stationary equipment
• Fill out forms, including train orders and switch lists, and prepare clear and legible reports
• Handle emergency situations and operate fire extinguishers, as well as apply first aid techniques

**What CPKC Offers:**

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

**Training:**

CPKC provides 16 weeks of paid in-class and field training, providing a solid understanding of safety practices, rules, and operations.

**Medical Requirements:**

Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. As this position is considered safety critical, successful candidates are required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment.

**Background Investigations:**

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver's License Verification

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion.