Section Foreman

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Join our innovative Engineering team in Shreveport, LA as a Section Foreman. In this position, you’ll guide a skilled track maintenance crew, ensuring the safe construction, inspection, and repair of railway tracks in full compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and CPKC safety standards. You’ll thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment supporting 24/7 operations—including nights, weekends, and holidays—and responding to a variety of emergency situations in all weather conditions. We seek proactive, safety-focused leaders with exceptional organizational skills and physical abilities lead on the ballast. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of rail infrastructure.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Oversee and direct track crew operations, including cross tie replacement, rail installation, spike adjustment, and ensuring correct tamping of the track ballast
• Lead daily safety meetings and ensure adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols to foster a workplace culture focused on safety
• Conduct regular inspection of rail tracks to promptly identify defects and assess structural integrity, minimizing potential hazards
• Maintain ongoing communication with leadership and crew members across multiple channels, while diligently following all operational and safety guidelines
• Support the scheduling of maintenance activities and coordinate with other departments to secure track access and time
• Document work progress, report track defects or unusual conditions, and maintain timekeeping/attendance records for the crew
• Allocate tools and machinery, and order necessary materials for track projects

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver’s license: Class A Commercial
• 2 years of experience performing basic and advanced track maintenance—primarily in main terminal areas, including at least 1 year overseeing railroad track restoration projects
• Proficient and skilled in interpreting and implementing relevant track standards and procedural guidelines
• Maintain strict compliance with safety protocols, ensuring proper use of all necessary personal protective equipment

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER

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

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Medical and Drug Testing
• This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
• Background Investigation
• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Social Security Number verification
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form

BECOMING A RAILROADER

• The possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
• Management Conductor Program
• Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

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. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).