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 Trainmaster will deliver 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. The successful candidate will lead by example to build a strong safety culture along with providing coaching on operational standards.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance yard and road fluidity to achieve Local Service Operating Plan (LOSP) and Operating Plan (OP)
Oversee all train movements within the yard and mainline ensuring safe, tactical execution of the LOSP and OP through active supervision of personnel and communication across departments
Accountable for safety, service, productivity and financial metrics for their terminal
Lead safety compliance within the terminal, providing corrective actions as needed to uphold standards, engage in safety discussions to promote a culture of safety
Handle investigations in accordance with company policies and collective bargaining agreement and recommend corrective action plans
Conduct e?ciency tests, train rides and safety related activities to support a safe, e?cient operation; and may be required to attend derailments/incidents/injuries when on duty
Responsible for inventory management for terminals and line of road in their areas of responsibility
Coach and mentor Train & Engine employees
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
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or general equivalency
Previous railway experience as a conductor, required. Locomotive engineer qualification is an asset
Valid driver’s license
Bilingual in English and French
2+ years’ previous supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment is an asset
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; 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 and regulations and other written or printed material in English
Previous experience conducting investigations; analyzing, understanding, and resolving local issues related to interpreting variances to operating protocols, an asset
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 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
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: 104950
Department: Operations Eastern Region
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Farnham, Quebec
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 10-20%
of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 4
Job Available to: Internal & External
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