Assistant Superintendent

Canadian Pacific Railway; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Railway is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to oversee traffic movement within the road territory and yard-terminal. Lead Trainmasters, Assistant Trainmasters, and union workforce to develop and execute the daily operating plan safely and efficiently.

You will drive performance against metrics, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements while coordinating with labor relations and field leadership across North America.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• 5+ years railway experience; conductor or locomotive engineer preferred.
• GCOR rules qualified or willing to obtain.
• Knowledge of investigations and root cause analysis.
• Strong communication across levels and channels; ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to be available 24/7 for operational leadership needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operating crews, yardmasters, support staff and frontline leaders to execute the Operating Plan safely.
• Drive the operating plan in a safe and efficient manner; mentor team on best practices.
• Ensure compliance with CBAs, company policies, and regulatory requirements; engage Labor Relations as needed.
• Develop and implement career development plans and stretch assignments for team members.
• Maintain safety practices; conduct safety tests and address incidents per policy.

Skills

Railway leadership

GCOR rules

Safety culture

Communication

People management

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

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.

• 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).