Yardmaster

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

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:

The purpose of the Yardmaster position is to coordinate and oversee daily operational activities in the terminal

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• 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 manager multiple switch crews, make up train builds and coordinate safe train movements within yard
• Maintain records pertaining to yard operations

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Previous railway experience (Conductor/Engineer Certification preferred)
• Ability to work under pressure and communicate well with others
• Excel and lead in a fast paced, demanding environment
• Knowledge of bargaining agreements used within the operation on the yard
• Must be flexible with scheduling (Rotating shifts that can require days/nights/weekends)

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety critical 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.

Background Investigation

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

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

• Req ID: 106521
• Department: Operations Southern Region
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Bensenville, Illinois
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 60-70%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $48.08
• Job Available to: Internal & External