Assistant Superintendent

Canadian Pacific Kansas City; Addison Township (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Fitness subsidy

Part-time studies

Job summary

CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad, in Illinois, seeks an Assistant Superintendent to lead traffic within road territory and yard-terminal operations. You will guide daily plans with Trainmasters and a union workforce to drive premium safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include supervising crews, ensuring plan execution, and coordinating with labor relations while maintaining regulatory compliance. A strong path for development exists within this large, multinational network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of railway experience; conductor or locomotive engineer preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one; enabling entry to Canada and Mexico.
• Must be or become GCOR rules qualified.
• Strong communication across levels and channels, including written and verbal.
• Willingness to be available 24/7 for operational leadership needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and tactical execution of the Operating Plan through supervision of train crews, yardmasters, and support staff.
• Drive the operating plan in a safe and efficient manner.
• Deliver results against performance and financial metrics via asset utilization.
• Assist with safety and business plan rollouts across the region.
• Mentor the team and develop career paths for succession.
• Ensure cost control through efficient business support functions.
• Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and CPKC policies.
• Align with regulatory agencies and maintain positive working relationships.
• Participate in safety tests, training rides, and investigations as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Operations planning

Communication

GCOR knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

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:

As the Assistant Superintendent, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth movement of traffic within our road territory and yard-terminal. Your leadership will be vital in developing, organizing, and completing the daily yard-terminal/road operating plan in a safe and efficient manner. This position is an exciting opportunity to drive premium results through a dedicated team of Trainmasters, Assistant Trainmasters, and union workforce.

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)
• Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and CPKC policies; provide input to Labor Relations for future contract bargaining
• Align with all regulatory agencies and maintain positive working relationships
• Conduct safety-related efficiency tests, train rides, and activities to support a safe, efficient operation. Investigate safety rules and policy failures and respond to safety, health, and environmental incidents as needed
• Ensure timely implementation of processes identified through corporate initiatives and ensure the application of CPKC's safety practices, policies, and procedures by all subordinates
• 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

This is a safety critical 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
• 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

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).

• Req ID: 106522
• Department: Operations Southern Region
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Bensenville, Illinois
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 80-90%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 3
• Compensation Rate: $130,000.00
• Job Available to: Internal & External