Roadmaster

Canadian Pacific Railway; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad, seeks a Roadmaster to lead safety-focused operations. You will supervise union staff, oversee track maintenance, and ensure adherence to FRA rules. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, emergency planning, and cost-efficient project delivery.

Beaumont, TX area candidates with 5+ years in track renewal and strong leadership are encouraged to apply for this safety-sensitive position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with track renewal or maintenance.
• Directing teams or managing complex projects in rail operations.
• Well-versed in FRA regulations and MWED collective bargaining terms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust emergency response and contingency plans.
• Mentor craft employees and support skill advancement.
• Direct unionized staff under the collective agreement and resolve disputes.
• Oversee capital planning and optimize resource use for projects.
• Maintain inventory and document inspections in Track Asset Management Systems.
• Conduct monthly territory reviews with Train & Engine personnel.
• Drive regulatory compliance, safety, and sustainable financial results.
• Ensure FRA regulatory protocols are followed and safety standards upheld.

Skills

Leadership

Union coordination

Safety compliance

Railway regulations

Maintenance planning

Education

High school diploma 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:

Are you ready to lead and drive meaningful change? As a Roadmaster at CPKC, you will be a pivotal leader responsible for upholding the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. In this role, you will supervise a dedicated team of union employees, oversee all track operations and maintenance-of-way activities, and ensure strict adherence to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop and implement robust emergency response and seasonal contingency plans to proactively address and minimize service interruptions
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to craft employees, supporting their skill advancement and strengthening overall team performance
• Lead and manage unionized staff in accordance with the Collective Agreement, facilitating resolutions for corrective actions, disputes, and grievances to uphold positive labor relations
• Ensure the successful execution of annual and multi-year capital planning objectives, optimizing resource utilization and project outcomes
• Oversee engineering material management and maintain precise inventory records, ensuring all inspections are accurately captured within the Track Asset Management Systems (TAMS)
• Conduct monthly territory reviews alongside Train and Engine (T&E) personnel to monitor safety compliance, operational efficiency, and workforce engagement.
• Advance initiatives focused on regulatory compliance, service excellence, and sustainability of financial results
• Maintain CPKC’s full compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulatory protocols, safeguarding standards of safety and operational integrity

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, including two or more years directing teams or complex projects centered on track renewal and maintenance, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
• Well-versed in railway track safety regulations and standards
• Proficient in interpreting and implementing the Maintenance of Way Employees Division (MWED) collective bargaining agreement within daily operations
• Provide emergency response support as part of an on-call rotation, typically every other week, to help maintain continuous 24/7 operations

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy

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.

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references
• Driver’s license verification and driving history
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
• Social Security Number verification

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

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 provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).