Manager Mechanical

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 POSITION:
As Manager Mechanical, you will lead a team dedicated to safe, efficient, and compliant operations that keep our business moving. You’ll champion a culture of safety, ensure adherence to regulatory and maintenance standards, and drive performance across key metrics safety, service, productivity, and financial results
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Develop, monitor, and communicate key performance indicators to help teams understand train service operations and their role in achieving success
Ensure compliance with safety and accident prevention policies, regulations, and principles; lead initiatives to prevent incidents and enforce the local safety plan
Maintain regular communication with field operations to ensure train services meet internal and external customer expectations
Build and sustain relationships with local union officials, including oversight of gain-sharing activities where applicable
Drive continuous improvement by implementing Lean recommendations to enhance productivity and operational effectiveness; champion Lean philosophy and principles
Ensure timely completion of car repairs, cycle time targets, and achievement of key operational metrics
Lead mechanical teams during train incidents within jurisdiction, ensuring safe, efficient service restoration with minimal equipment loss or damage; collaborate with Field Operations and Engineering partners
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or general equivalency
Valid driver’s license
Minimum 2 years of working knowledge in railway operations (road, yard, car, mechanical) in a leadership role
Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends holidays and on call
Ability to interact efficiently and positively with governmental and stakeholders
Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues
Strong self-motivation and ability to make decisions within limits of authority
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Performance incentive program
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 drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation