Conductor Position at CPKC

We are seeking a Conductor to join our team at CPKC. This role is a foundational position in the railway and operates within the framework of the union agreement.

Job Summary:

A Conductor works as a member of a train crew that assists in switching rail cars, making or splitting up trains in rail yards, or moving rail cars between rail yards. The successful candidate will be vigilant about the safety of themselves and those around them.

Key Responsibilities:

• Switching rail cars, making or splitting up trains in rail yards, or moving rail cars between rail yards.
• Carrying out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements.
• Coordinating the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars and lifting out coupling devices.
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of and following General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), general orders and bulletins.

Requirements:

• Ability to perform work that can be physically demanding such as walking up to 10 kilometers a day on uneven ground, climbing up and down and lifting and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds on occasion).
• Work unscheduled shift work in a 24/7 operating environment.
• 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).
• Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time.

What We Offer:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Competitive company pension plan.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.
• Part-time Studies Program.

Training and Development:

CPKC provides 16 weeks of paid in-class and field training. During this time, you will earn 80% of the job rate upon starting classroom training $188.23 per day and then 90% of the job rate upon successful completion of the classroom portion (including Part II Exams) $211.76 per day.

The salary for this role is $85,000 in the first year working as a qualified conductor.