Rail Operations Lead: Trainyard & Mainline Supervisor

Canadian Pacific Kansas City; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and competitive benefits

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) in Shreveport, LA, seeks an Assistant Trainmaster to support efficient traffic movement and daily yard-terminal/road planning in a safe, cost-effective manner.

You will supervise train movements, coordinate operations, lead safety and performance metrics, and maintain required certifications. Strong communication, problem-solving, and flexibility across shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Railway conductor/engineer qualification is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work nights/weekends/holidays.
• Strong communication and safety-orientation essential.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate train movements in yard and mainline with supervision.
• Ensure safety, service, and productivity metrics are met.
• Lead safety discussions and implement preventive measures.
• Manage crew transport to/from trains and compliance with rules.
• Maintain required certifications per CROR/GCOR where applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Flexibility

Radio communications

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office (Outlook)

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) in Shreveport, LA, seeks an Assistant Trainmaster to support efficient traffic movement and daily yard-terminal/road planning in a safe, cost-effective manner.

You will supervise train movements, coordinate operations, lead safety and performance metrics, and maintain required certifications. Strong communication, problem-solving, and flexibility across shifts are essential.