Canadian Pacific Kansas City
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 Mechanical Foreman oversees shop and service track operations, manages heavy repairs, and coordinates responses to main line outages. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical repair expertise on locomotives and cars.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Organize daily work schedules and supervise employees conducting maintenance
Set clear expectations and ensure accountability for staff in the shop, yard, or service island
Train craftspeople in all aspects of locomotive and car repairs, and evaluate the quality of their work
Conduct safety briefings and reinforce safety protocols with the team
Lead and coordinate multiple workforce groups and projects simultaneously
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or general equivalency
Valid driver's license
Minimum 3 years' experience in both car and locomotive maintenance
Must be familiar with Federal Railroad Association (FRA) and Association of American Railroads (AAR) Rules and Regulations and be able to prepare and accurately fill out all forms required for the operation
Strong leadership and communication skills is an asset
Strong understanding of SAP, Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office programs
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 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.
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).
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The Mechanical Foreman oversees shop and service track operations, manages heavy repairs, and coordinates responses to main line outages. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical repair expertise on locomotives and cars.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Organize daily work schedules and supervise employees conducting maintenance
Set clear expectations and ensure accountability for staff in the shop, yard, or service island
Train craftspeople in all aspects of locomotive and car repairs, and evaluate the quality of their work
Conduct safety briefings and reinforce safety protocols with the team
Lead and coordinate multiple workforce groups and projects simultaneously
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or general equivalency
Valid driver's license
Minimum 3 years' experience in both car and locomotive maintenance
Must be familiar with Federal Railroad Association (FRA) and Association of American Railroads (AAR) Rules and Regulations and be able to prepare and accurately fill out all forms required for the operation
Strong leadership and communication skills is an asset
Strong understanding of SAP, Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office programs
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 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.
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).
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