Rail Operations Master — Safety-Driven Train Movements

Canadian Pacific Kansas City; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and competitive benefits

Pension and retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Kansas City is seeking a Trainmaster at our Jackson, Mississippi location to lead the safe movement of traffic within yard and road operations and to coach Train & Engine personnel. The role emphasizes strong safety culture, adherence to operating plans, and cross-location collaboration.

The candidate must have railway experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work nights and weekends. This position offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Railway experience as a conductor is required; locomotive engineer qualification is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 2+ years supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment is an asset.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays in all weather conditions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to drive root-cause analysis.
• Excellent communication skills; provide clear and concise instructions including over radio.
• Proficient in MS Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance yard and road fluidity to LOSP and OP.
• Oversee all train movements within the yard and mainline ensuring safe, tactical execution of LOSP and OP.
• Accountable for safety, service, productivity and financial metrics for their terminal.
• Lead safety compliance within the terminal; provide corrective actions to uphold standards.
• Handle investigations per company policies and collective bargaining agreement and recommend corrective action plans.
• Conduct efficiency tests, train rides and safety activities to support safe operation; may attend derailments/incidents.
• Responsible for inventory management for terminals and line of road in their area.
• Coach and mentor Train & Engine employees.
• Occasionally operate trains; maintain certifications and licenses per CROR/GCOR rules.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Leadership presence

Safety rules comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Canadian Pacific Kansas City is seeking a Trainmaster at our Jackson, Mississippi location to lead the safe movement of traffic within yard and road operations and to coach Train & Engine personnel. The role emphasizes strong safety culture, adherence to operating plans, and cross-location collaboration.

The candidate must have railway experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work nights and weekends. This position offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.