Pilot

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.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Reporting to the Director of Flight Operations and Chief Pilot, this position would work as a pilot on the Challenger 605/650 aircraft. This position is accountable for the provision of safe and cost-effective air transportation services to CPKC executives using company corporate aircraft.  Ensuring all aspects of aircraft operation comply with regulatory requirements including pilot qualifications and aircraft inspections and maintenance.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Ensure all aspects of aircraft operation comply with regulatory requirements including pilot qualifications and aircraft inspections and maintenance
• Ensure compliance with CPKC's policies and procedures including Corporate Air Transport Policy and Critical Cluster Policy
• Deliver safe, reliable air transportation services to CPKC executives
• Assist Director Flight Operations & Chief Pilot in running of Aviation team as requested
• Contribute to improving cost effective operation of the Aviation department
• Contribute to improving safety standards within the Aviation department wherever possible

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

This is a full-time position based at Calgary International Airport, and candidates must reside within 45 minutes of the airport.

Captain Requirements:

• Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)
• Valid Group 1 Instrument Flight Rules
• Valid Category 1 Medical
• 5000+ hours Total time
• 3000+ hours Multi Pic
• 1000+ hours of jet experience
• Preference given to candidates current or experienced on the Challenger 600 series aircraft
• Corporate aviation experience is an asset
• International experience desirable

First Officer Requirements:

• Transport Canada Airline Transportation Pilot License (ATPL)
• Valid Group 1 Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)
• Valid Category 1 Medical
• 2500+ hours Total time
• 1000+ hours Multi Pic
• 500+ hours of jet experience
• Preference given to candidates current or experienced on the Challenger 600 series aircraft
• Corporate aviation experience is an asset

Other Job Requirements:

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma; a college degree is preferred
• Valid airline transport pilot license as issued by Transport Canada
• Ability to obtain a RAIC; or applicable airport security pass
• Heavy travel away from home, including overnights
• Ability to travel unrestricted to United States, Europe and other locations
• Flexibility to work varying shifts

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety critical position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Passport verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 105370
• Department: Office of the President
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 90-100%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 3
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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