Tower Operator

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 Tower Operator ensures the safe, efficient, and timely movement of trains by executing operational directives under the supervision of the Train Dispatcher.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Dispatches train and engineering movements safely and efficiently


• Issues track authorities for train movement and engineering personnel protection


• Delivers Track Bulletins to ensure safety and compliance


• Records operational data as required by company and federal regulations


• Reports train delays and operational issues to the Train Dispatcher


• Facilitates prompt car movement and reports delays


• Assists in investigations of train accidents and personal injuries


• Adheres to all rules, procedures, and the Transportation Health and Safety Plan


• Communicates effectively with personnel at all organizational levels

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduation or General Equivalency 

• 1–3 years of experience in transportation or train operations preferred


• Working knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules, timetables, operations manuals, and notices


• Previous experience as a Tower Operator or in a similar role would be an asset


• Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills


• Proficiency in computer systems and ability to learn train control applications


• Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays


• Color vision required

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 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 Investigation

• Criminal history check


• Education verification


• 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).

• Req ID: 106172


• Department: Network Operations


• Job Type: Full-Time


• Position Type: Union


• Location: Bensenville, Illinois


• Country: United States


• % of Travel: 0-10%


• # of Positions: 1


• Compensation Rate: $36.48750


• Job Available to: Internal & External

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