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 Operations Dispatching Manager role at Canadian Pacific Kansas City offers an outstanding chance to work in transportation and shipping operations. This position is crucial for ensuring smooth and safe train movement, contributing to the flow of goods and services.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Dispatch train and engineering movements on the railroad in a safe and efficient manner
- Issue necessary track authorities to safely move trains across the railroad, ensuring detailed execution
- Provide track authorities for the protection of engineering personnel, maintaining strict safety standards
- Record information as required by the railroad and federal government, ensuring compliance and accuracy
- Inform the Director of Dispatching about overall operations of trains and any delays, enabling a timely resolution
- Issue necessary Track Bulletins to protect trains and engineering personnel
- Ensure the timely movement of cars when billed, reporting any delayed car movement to the Director Dispatching for immediate action
- Assist in investigations of train accidents and personal injuries when required, showcasing a dedication to safety and accountability
- Align with all rules, office procedures, and Transportation Health and Safety Plan requirements, encouraging a culture of safety and compliance
- Communicate proficiently with individuals at all levels of the organization, ensuring effective and clear collaboration
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or general equivalency
- 1 year of experience in Transportation or Train Operations preferred
- Comprehensive understanding of General Code of Operating Rules, Timetables, Operations Supervisor Manuals, and Notices, demonstrated by passing required exams
- Previous Train Dispatcher or comparable experience preferred
- Ability to become familiar with train operations and associated rules, demonstrating a keen understanding of the transportation sector
- Capability to form a good understanding of the physical characteristics of the railroad
- Consistent record to analyze rapidly and make quick, sound decisions in fast-paced situations
- Computer literacy with the ability to master computerized train control applications
- Willingness to work shifts as assigned, including nights, weekends, and holidays, showing flexibility and dedication
- Strong communication skills for clear and effective interactions
- color vision required for accurate signal and track management
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
- 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
- Professional references
- 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).
- Req ID: 105967
- Department: Network Operations
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Non-Union
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri
- Country: United States
- % of Travel: 0-10%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Grade: 4
- Job Available to: Internal & External
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