Canadian Pacific Kansas City
Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where you drive progress and prioritize safety. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and offer meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With training, development, and advancement opportunities, 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 CPKC is hiring full‑time Equipment Operators to facilitate the safe and efficient loading of domestic and international containers at its Intermodal and automotive facility. Positions include Gate Clerk, Ground Person, Hostler Operator, Auto Loader, and Lift Operator, based on seniority and position availability.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Operate various terminal equipment including shunt trucks, light‑duty pickup trucks, fuel trucks, trailers, chassis, forklifts, and sweeper trucks.
Move containers and chassis within the terminal to support train loading operations.
Perform general duties as required, including pre‑tripping of perishable intermodal containers, building electric reefer container sets on railcars, plugging in reefers on the ground, and monitoring performance.
Perform visual inspections and report damages and defects of intermodal equipment.
Prepare railcars for proper loading of different‑size containers by placing pedestals and spacers.
Assist in securing containers once loaded to railcar (walking on railcar platforms, locking/unlocking container locks).
Update system as required once work is completed.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High School graduation or General Equivalency.
Valid driver’s license.
1 year of experience working with heavy equipment or as a shunt or long‑haul driver.
Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions is required.
Ability to follow advanced written instructions and/or training in skills such as driving.
Strong safety mindset; this is a safety‑sensitive position within an environment of heavy equipment and constant flow of traffic.
CPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; must be able to work on various shifts including overnights, holidays, and weekends and days off.
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.
CULTURE OF INCLUSION 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), LGBTQ+ community members, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
EEO STATEMENT CPKC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION CPKC is hiring full‑time Equipment Operators to facilitate the safe and efficient loading of domestic and international containers at its Intermodal and automotive facility. Positions include Gate Clerk, Ground Person, Hostler Operator, Auto Loader, and Lift Operator, based on seniority and position availability.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Operate various terminal equipment including shunt trucks, light‑duty pickup trucks, fuel trucks, trailers, chassis, forklifts, and sweeper trucks.
Move containers and chassis within the terminal to support train loading operations.
Perform general duties as required, including pre‑tripping of perishable intermodal containers, building electric reefer container sets on railcars, plugging in reefers on the ground, and monitoring performance.
Perform visual inspections and report damages and defects of intermodal equipment.
Prepare railcars for proper loading of different‑size containers by placing pedestals and spacers.
Assist in securing containers once loaded to railcar (walking on railcar platforms, locking/unlocking container locks).
Update system as required once work is completed.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High School graduation or General Equivalency.
Valid driver’s license.
1 year of experience working with heavy equipment or as a shunt or long‑haul driver.
Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions is required.
Ability to follow advanced written instructions and/or training in skills such as driving.
Strong safety mindset; this is a safety‑sensitive position within an environment of heavy equipment and constant flow of traffic.
CPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; must be able to work on various shifts including overnights, holidays, and weekends and days off.
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.
CULTURE OF INCLUSION 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), LGBTQ+ community members, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
EEO STATEMENT CPKC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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