Corridor Manager

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

This position supervises Train Dispatchers and resources to ensure safe and expeditious movement of trains and other on-track equipment for an assigned territory. Coordinates Maintenance of Way curfews and Work Windows for minimal disruption of train movement.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Conducts operational testing of staff and coaches for improvement
• Manages scheduling of the Dispatch staff so that NOC (Network Operating Center) overtime is managed in a cost effective manner
• Coordinates movement with connecting carriers so that resources can be managed or shared
• Ensures the company velocity goals are achieved
• Measures hours-of-service requirements and secures delays when necessary
• Ensures MCS (Management Control System) is updated with any exception data for train make-up or car scheduling
• Manages UP (Union Pacific) and BNSF (Burlington Northern Santa Fe) transit time on joint tracks to ensure benchmarks are achieved
• Manages and distributes locomotives when needed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job-related major field of study
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to accommodate shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays
• 2 years dispatch/ operations center experience preferred
• Previous experience working for a railroad preferred

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Medical Requirements:
CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.  This position is a safety critical position all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:       

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number verification

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. 

• Req ID: 102369
• Department: Operations Southern Division
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Spring, Texas
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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