Lead Rail Equipment Maintenance Supervisor

Canadian Pacific Kansas City; Minnesota City (MN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension or retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

CPKC is seeking a proactive Supervisor of Work Equipment in St. Paul, Minnesota, to lead planning, maintenance, and repair of work equipment across the region. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and cost control in a 24/7 operation.

You will manage a team of maintainers and machine operators, ensuring inspections, compliance, and reliable equipment performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize resources and budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of railway work equipment maintenance experience.
• Journeyman certificate as heavy-duty mechanic is a strong asset.
• Proficiency in CPKC systems, such as SAP.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to lead a team in a safety-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor maintainers to ensure equipment reliability as directed by the Manager of Work Equipment.
• Schedule and oversee Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) for vehicles and equipment with timely inspections and action on reports.
• Prepare and arrange detailed condition reports for all equipment in the region.
• Mentor, coach, and guide maintainers and operators to improve skills and performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety practices and company policies for a safe, compliant environment.
• Review and manage financial results in line with budgets and goals.
• Track inventory to safety stock levels and implement downtime-reduction processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve territory-wide performance.

Skills

Railway maintenance experience

CPKC SAP

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Journeyman Certificate

Job description

CPKC is seeking a proactive Supervisor of Work Equipment in St. Paul, Minnesota, to lead planning, maintenance, and repair of work equipment across the region. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and cost control in a 24/7 operation.

You will manage a team of maintainers and machine operators, ensuring inspections, compliance, and reliable equipment performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize resources and budgets.