Road Trainmaster: Leader of Safe, Efficient Rail Ops

Canadian Pacific Kansas City; Marquette (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) is seeking a Trainmaster in Marquette, Iowa to oversee yard and mainline movements, coordinate daily operating plans, and coach Train & Engine crews. The role emphasizes safety leadership, incident investigations, and adherence to CROR/GCOR rules.

A strong supervisory background and railway experience are essential. The position requires flexibility for shifts, weekends, and holidays, with a commitment to safety and efficiency in a complex terminal network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
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• Previous railway experience as a conductor required.
• Locomotive engineer qualification is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and ensure daily yard-terminal/road operating plan is safe and cost-effective.
• Lead safety compliance and coach Train & Engine personnel.
• Oversee train movements and terminal operations.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage inventory for terminals and lines of road.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety culture

Effective communication

Radio communication

Problem solving

Leadership presence

MS Office skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) is seeking a Trainmaster in Marquette, Iowa to oversee yard and mainline movements, coordinate daily operating plans, and coach Train & Engine crews. The role emphasizes safety leadership, incident investigations, and adherence to CROR/GCOR rules.

A strong supervisory background and railway experience are essential. The position requires flexibility for shifts, weekends, and holidays, with a commitment to safety and efficiency in a complex terminal network.