Equipment Operator

Canadian Pacific Railway; Montreal; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transnational railroad as an Equipment Operator in Montreal, responsible for ensuring the efficient loading of containers and operating various terminal equipment. This full-time role offers competitive pay, training, and growth opportunities within a culture that values safety and diversity.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive pension and retirement plans

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Part-time Studies Program

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience preferred in equipment operation.
• Ability to pass written examinations and read safety instructions in English.
• Available to work all shifts and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operation of terminal equipment including shunt trucks and forklifts.
• Hostling containers/chassis to support train loading operations.
• Performing visual inspections of equipment and reporting damages.

Skills

Safety mindset

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or general equivalency

Job description

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

CPKC is hiring fulltime Equipment Operators in order to facilitate the safe and efficient loading of domestic and international containers at the Intermodal facility in Lachine, Quebec. Starting position includes operation of various intermodal equipment (shunt trucks etc.) at the rate of $29.661 and offers near term progression to other positions within the facility, example Utility Ground at the rate of $30.985 and Heavy Equipment Operator at the rate of $34.959.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operation of various terminal equipment including shunt trucks, light duty pickup trucks, fuel trucks, trailers, chassis, forklifts, sweeper trucks, etc.
• Hostling containers/chassis within terminal to support train loading operations
• General duties, as required, including pre-tripping of perishable intermodal containers, building electric reefer container sets on railcars, plug in reefers on ground and monitor performance
• Perform visual inspection and report on damages and defects of intermodal equipment
• Prepare railcars for proper loading of different-size containers by placement of pedestals and spacers
• Assist in securement of containers once loaded to railcar (walking on railcar platforms, locking/unlocking Inter Box Connectors (IBC’s))
• Update system as required once work is completed
• Other miscellaneous duties as/when required
• This is a safety-sensitive position within an environment of heavy equipment and constant flow of traffic

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license
• Training provided working with heavy equipment, shunt truck or long-haul driver. 1+ years' experience preferred.
• Ability to pass the required written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations and other written or printed material in English
• Strong safety mindset, this is a safety-sensitive position within an environment of heavy equipment and constant flow of traffic
• Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions

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

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

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver’s license verification and driving history

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).

• Req ID: 104609
• Department: Market Strategy & Asset Management
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Lachine, Quebec
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 2
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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