Assistant Trainmaster

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:

The Assistant Trainmaster will support 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.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Coordinate all train movements within the yard and mainline through active supervision of personnel and communication across departments ensuring compliance to Local Service Operation 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 (Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) for Canada, General Code Operating Rules (GCOR) for U.S., Engineer, etc.) as per industry regulations
Assist in crew transportation to and from trains

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or general equivalency
Previous railway experience as a conductor and or locomotive engineer qualification is an asset
Valid driver’s license
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, operation rules, regulations, and other written or printed material in English
Proficient in MS Office Outlook, Word and Excel

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 or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

Criminal history check
Education verification
Professional references
Driver’s license verification and driving history
Social Security Number 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 provide, 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: 104689
Department: Operations Southern Region
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Bensenville, Illinois
Country: United States
% of Travel: 20-30%
# of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 5
Compensation Rate: $92,000-$100,000
Job Available to: Internal & External

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