Equipment Operator

CPKC; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 85,411,000 - 103,320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Pension plan

Employee share plan

Fitness subsidy

Part-time studies

Job summary

CPKC in Montreal’s Lachine area is seeking full-time Equipment Operators to safely load intermodal containers and operate shunt trucks, forklifts, and other terminal equipment.

Starting roles offer progression to Hostler and Lift Operator; candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and a safety mindset. Availability for nights/weekends is required. Competitive benefits and pension are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 1+ years experience with heavy equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate intermodal equipment including shunt trucks and forklifts.
• Hostle containers and prepare railcars for loading.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and monitor reefers and equipment.
• Update system and report damages or defects.
• Work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

Safety mindset

Valid driver’s license

Night/weekend shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Shunt trucks

Forklifts

Job description

Posting Start Date: 9/18/26

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 its Intermodal facility. Starting position includes operation of various intermodal equipment (shunt trucks etc.) and offers near term progression to other positions within the facility, example Utility Ground Person, Hostler, and Lift Operator.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Operation of various terminal equipment including shunt trucks, light duty pickup trucks, fuel trucks, trailers, chassis, forklift, sweeper truck
• 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 containers)
• Update system as required once work is completed
• Other miscellaneous duties as/when required

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 provide, 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: 106512
• Department: Network & Capacity Management
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Lachine, Quebec
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 3
• Compensation Rate: $33.47
• Job Available to: Internal & External