Train Conductor

Apply for the Train Conductor role at CPKC
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12/8/25

The conductor position is a foundational role in the railway and operates within the framework of the union agreement. A conductor works as a member of a train crew that assists in switching rail cars, making or splitting up trains in rail yards, or moving rail cars between rail yards. This position requires vigilance about safety and preparedness for unscheduled shift work, long periods away from home, and all types of weather.

• Physically capable of walking up to 6 miles a day on uneven ground, climbing, lifting and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds on occasion).
• Willingness to work unscheduled shift work in a 24/7 operating environment.
• Working up to 12‑hour shifts that include days, evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to report to work within a two‑hour call window after scheduled rest.
• Excellent focus, attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Strong communication skills, providing clear and concise instructions including over radio.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions for long periods.
• Must be able to pass required physical job tasks, written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, operating rules and regulations, and other written or printed material in English.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or general equivalency.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid United States passport, passcard or enhanced driver’s license, allowing entry/re‑entry to Canada.

• Work in either train or yard service depending on seniority.
• Carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and movements.
• Coordinate the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars and lifting out coupling device.
• Observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting movement of train.
• Signal crew members for movement of the engine or train using specific signals or radio to indicate start, stop, back‑up, set or release air brakes.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of and follow General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), general orders and bulletins.
• Provide flag protection and relay signals to trains in an emergency situation.
• Move on and off moving or stationary equipment.
• Fill out forms including train orders and switch lists and prepare clear and legible reports.
• Handle emergency situations and operate fire extinguishers; apply first‑aid techniques.

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

CPKC provides 15 weeks of paid in‑class and field training. You will earn $261.72 per day in classroom training and $42.90 per hour in on‑the‑job training. The average conductor earns approximately $120,000 annually, with the potential to make up to $139,000.

• Medical and drug testing: safety‑critical position requiring a pre‑employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing and a negative company‑ and/or regulated drug test; post‑hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
• Background investigation: criminal history check, education verification, driver’s license verification and driving history, passport verification, Social Security number verification, and Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 form.

For 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
• Department:
  Operations Southern Region
• Job Type: Full‑Time
• Position Type:
  Union
• Location:
  
  Minot, North Dakota, United States
• Percent of Travel: 80‑90%
• Number of Positions: 3
• Job Available to:
  Internal & External
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Truck Transportation

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