Train Conductor

Work in either train or yard service depending on seniority

Carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements

Coordinate the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars and lifting out coupling device

Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting movement of train

Signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using specific signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, back-up, set or release air brakes

Maintain a thorough understanding of and follow General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), general orders and bulletins

Provide flag protection and relay signals to trains in an emergency situation

Move on and off moving or stationary equipment

Fill out forms including train orders and switch lists and prepare clear and legible reports

Handle emergency situations and operate fire extinguishers as well as be able to apply first aid techniques

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

CPKC provides 16 weeks of paid in-class and field training. Providing you with a solid understanding of our safety practices, rules and operations. You will earn 80% of the job rate upon starting classroom training $205.69 per day and then 90% of the job rate upon successful completion of the classroom portion (including Part II Exams) $231.40 per day. Earn $85,000 in your first year working as a qualified conductor.

This is a safety critical position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessments, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Criminal history check

Education verification

Driver’s license verification and driving history

Passport verification

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: 106480

Department: Operations Prairie South Division

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Union

Location: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

Country: Canada

% of Travel: 90-100%

# of Positions: 25

Job Available to: Internal & External

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