Assistant Superintendent

Purpose of the Position

The Assistant Superintendent plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth movement of traffic within the road territory and yard-terminal. Leadership is vital in developing, organizing, and completing the daily yard-terminal/road operating plan in a safe and efficient manner.

Position Accountabilities

• Ensure the safe and tactical execution of the Operating Plan through active supervision of operating (train) crews, yardmasters, support staff, assistant trainmasters and trainmasters
• Drive operating plan in a safe and efficient manner
• Deliver results against performance and financial metrics through asset utilization
• Participate and assist with safety and business plan rollouts across the region
• Assist in establishing career development plans and stretch assignments to further develop team members for career succession
• Mentor the team continuously, reinforcing behaviors leading to outstanding results
• Ensure optimization and cost control through the efficiency of business support functions (i.e., clerical, customer service, sales & marketing)
• Achieve results while maintaining a focus on safety
• Prioritize achieving results while maintaining a focus on safety
• Occasionally operate trains; maintain certifications and licenses, General Code Operating Rules (GCOR, Engineer etc.) as per industry regulations

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• 5+ years of railway experience, qualified Conductor or Locomotive Engineer preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one; allowing entry/re-entry to Canada and Mexico
• Must be or become GCOR rules qualified
• Knowledge of investigations and root cause analysis
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels and through multiple channels, including written, verbal, phone, and computer-based communication
• Ability to set priorities, develop action plans, and execute effectively under pressure
• Willingness to be available 24/7 as required for operational leadership needs

What CPKC Has to Offer

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

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Medical and Drug Testing
• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Passport verification
• Social Security Number verification

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

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.

Minor Metadata

Req ID: 106046
Department: Operations Southern Region
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Various locations across the U.S
Country: United States
% of Travel: 20-30%
# of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 3
Job Available to: External

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