Equipment Operator

Canadian Pacific Railway; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Railway is hiring fulltime Equipment Operators to ensure the safe loading of containers at their facility. Key responsibilities include operating heavy terminal equipment and performing inspections. Ideal candidates should possess a safety mindset and a high school diploma. Flexible work conditions and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and retirement plans

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Part-time Studies Program

Qualifications

• Experience working with heavy equipment or as a shunt or long-haul driver is preferred.
• Ability to follow advanced written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operation of various terminal equipment including shunt trucks and forklifts.
• Moving containers/chassis within the terminal to support train loading operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety mindset

Education

High School Graduation 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:

CPKC is hiring fulltime Equipment Operators in order to facilitate the safe and efficient loading of domestic and international containers at its Intermodal and automotive facility. Positions include Gate Clerk, Ground person, hostler operator, Auto Loader, and lift operator, these positions are based on seniority and position availability.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operation of various terminal equipment including shunt trucks, light duty pickup trucks, fuel trucks, trailers, chassis, forklift, sweeper truck
• Moving 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 IBC’s)
• Update system as requiredonce work is completed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduation or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Experience working with heavy equipment or as a shunt or long-haul driver
• Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions is required
• Ability to follow advanced written instruction and/or training in skills such as driving
• Strong safety mindset, this is a safety-sensitive position within an environment of heavy equipment and constant flow of traffic
• CPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; must be able to work on various shiftsincluding; overnights, holidays, and weekendsand days off

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 or regulated 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
• Social Security Number verification

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: 104499
• Department: Operations Central Division
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Franklin Park, Illinois
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 5
• Compensation Rate: $22.50-$29.63
• Job Available to: Internal & External