Trainmaster

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) have merged to form CPKC, a truly North American railway. As a Trainmaster, you will play a crucial role in leading the efficient movement of traffic within the road territory and yard-terminal by developing, organizing, and executing the daily yard-terminal/road operating plan in a safe and cost-effective manner.

• Lead the safe and tactical execution of the operating plan through active supervision of operating (train) crews, yardmasters, support staff, and assistant trainmasters.
• Accountable for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity, financial metrics, and adherence to corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for the safe, on-time operations of all trains, business plan rollouts across the region, and contribute to the overall execution of the LSOP and Operating Plan.
• Lead investigations (accident or discipline) in accordance with labor agreements, policies, and ensure compliance to CPKC's policies and collective agreements.
• Conduct efficiency tests, train rides, and safety-related activities to support a safe, efficient operation, and may be required to attend derailments/incidents/injuries when on duty.
• Investigate safety rules and policy failures and respond and act on safety, health, and environmental-related incidents, identify cause, implement or recommend corrective actions or action plans.
• Ensure the delivery of optimal results against appropriate performance and financial metrics through maximum asset utilization, while identifying and acting on opportunities to increase yard/road fluidity and productivity.
• Accountable for rail cars that are idle for 24 hours or longer for any reason and inventory management for terminals and line of road in their areas of responsibility.
• Ensure full understanding of business requirements, service commitments, managing a strong team of employees, and any service penalty conditions for customers in their geographic area.

• Must possess a High School diploma or GED.
• Previous railway experience as a conductor or engineer is required, candidates with previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated operational knowledge related to operational plans, local service operating plan, and yard management practices.
• Qualified Locomotive Engineer is an asset.
• Ability to obtain and maintain rules-qualified (ex GCOR) qualifications as a conductor or engineer.
• Must maintain certifications and licenses (i.e., Engineer Certification).
• Willing to operate trains to support operations as needed.
• Strong understanding of collective agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an ability to pinpoint expectations along with providing positive, constructive feedback.
• Previous experience conducting investigations; analyzing, understanding, and resolving local issues related to interpreting variances to operating protocols.
• Willing and able to work rotating days/nights shift to support a 24/7 operation.

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Performance Incentive Program.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.
• Part-time Studies Program.

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

CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety-critical; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.

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

• Criminal history check.
• Reference check.
• Driver's License Verification.
• Last 3 years of driving history.
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service.
• Social Security number verification.

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.