Train Conductor

Join CPKC as a Train Conductor, a foundational role in the railway, where you'll work as a member of a train crew, assisting in switching rail cars, making or splitting up trains in rail yards, or moving rail cars between rail yards. This position requires vigilance about safety and flexibility in working unscheduled shifts, away from home for extended periods, and outdoors in all types of weather.

What You Will Do

As a Conductor, you'll carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements, coordinate the switching of cars, observe and interpret signals, and relay signals to crew members. You'll also maintain a thorough understanding of and follow General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), general orders, and bulletins.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires excellent focus, attention to detail, and multitasking skills, as well as strong communication skills to provide clear and concise instructions/directions. You'll also need to be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform work that can be physically demanding such as walking up to 6 miles a day on uneven ground, climbing up and down, and lifting and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds on occasion)
• Willingness to work unscheduled shift work in a 24/7 operating environment
• Working up to 12 hour shifts which include days, evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to report to work within a two hour call window, after scheduled rest
• Excellent focus, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions including over radio)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time
• Must be able to pass the required physical job tasks for the job position, written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, read and understand operating rules and regulations, and other written or printed material in English
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver's license

Benefits

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