Train Dispatcher Trainee

Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting the United States, 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 PositionAs a Train Dispatcher you will learn the business from the ground up through a 12‑18 month fully paid training program that prepares you for the position as a Train Dispatcher and future careers within CPKC. You control the movement of trains and engineering track crews across CPKC's rail network through a series of control systems.This position offers excellent challenges as you are responsible for planning and scheduling trains through a geographical region in the most efficient and safest manner. You will make business decisions, solve problems, communicate clearly and effectively, and coordinate to ensure minimal delays and the smooth, safe movement of trains in an assigned territory.Position AccountabilitiesIssue Track Authorities for all train and engineering movements on assigned territory, in accordance with the rules, and in a safe and efficient mannerRecord information as required by CPKC and the Federal GovernmentEscalate train delays or exceptions to the Director Dispatching and participate in recovery plansManage work events and train launches to ensure prompt movement of cars when billedCommunicate with individuals at all levels of the organizationAbility to form a good understanding of physical characteristics of the railroad and become familiar with train operations and associated rulesPosition RequirementsHigh school education or General EquivalencyThorough knowledge of the General Code of Operating Rules, Timetables, Operations Supervisor Manuals, and Notices, including passing of required exams1‑year previous Train Dispatcher or comparable experienceStrong computer skills and the ability to master computerized train control applicationsMust be available, within a 2‑hour call, to work all shifts including overnights, holidays, and weekendsAbility to work with minimum supervision and make decisions under stressful circumstancesAbility to pass a color vision testWhat CPKC Has to OfferFlexible and competitive benefits packageCompetitive company pension and/or retirement plansEmployee share‑purchase planAnnual fitness subsidyPart‑time studies programPre‑Employment RequirementsMedical 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 InvestigationCriminal history checkEducation verificationSocial Security Number verificationDepartment of Transportation background check (Form 40.25)Culture of InclusionCPKC is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer for U.S. applicants, 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. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color, 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).#J-18808-Ljbffr

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