Trainmaster
Canadian Pacific Railway
- Mason City, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure 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 including compliance with regulatory environment.
- 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, etc. and ensure compliance to CPKC's policies and collective agreements and recommend changes.
- 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; and
- 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).
- Wiling 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; and
- 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.
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.Background Investigation: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.
- Req ID: 102837
- Department: Operations Southern Division
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Non-Union
- Location: Mason City, Iowa
- Country: United States
- % of Travel: 30-40%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Available to: Internal & External