Safety-Focused Rail Yard Lead

Canadian Pacific Kansas City; Addison Township (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and competitive benefits

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Kansas City is seeking a Yardmaster in Illinois to coordinate and oversee daily terminal operations, ensuring safe and efficient railcar processing and train movements. You will supervise switch crews, coordinate train builds, and maintain yard records in a demanding, safety-driven environment.

The role requires a high school diploma (GED) and railway experience; Conductor/Engineer certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Railway experience; Conductor/Engineer Certification preferred.
• Strong communication and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency with Excel and leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of bargaining agreements used in yard operations.
• Ability to flex schedule for rotating shifts including days/nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute railcar processing and classification through hump and operations.
• Communicate with other railroads to obtain clearance to operate over tracks in a prompt and safe manner.
• Comply with all federal rules and regulations.
• Directly manage multiple switch crews, make up train builds and coordinate safe train movements within yard.
• Maintain records pertaining to yard operations.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Leadership

Bargaining agreements

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Conductor/Engineer Certification preferred

Tools

(None)

Job description

Canadian Pacific Kansas City is seeking a Yardmaster in Illinois to coordinate and oversee daily terminal operations, ensuring safe and efficient railcar processing and train movements. You will supervise switch crews, coordinate train builds, and maintain yard records in a demanding, safety-driven environment.

The role requires a high school diploma (GED) and railway experience; Conductor/Engineer certification is preferred.