Posting Start Date: 8/25/26
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 Apply technical training expertise to design, deliver, and support high‑quality training programs that align with organizational performance targets and business strategies. This role is critical in ensuring Operations employees are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competency required to execute Precision Scheduled Railroading (PSR) safely, efficiently, and consistently across all locations.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Schedule, deliver, and support training sessions aligning overall business strategies and performance targets for the Operations department
Coordinate and manage courses, programs, and examinations, revising content as necessary to adhere to policy or procedure changes
Assist in the development of structured training plans and deliver courses according to established curriculum guidelines
Accurately enter training records into the Learning Management System (LMS) for Train and Engine (T&E;) and proactively address any emerging training issues
Provide continuous support to client groups, field managers, and new hires, ensuring they receive the necessary training and resources
Evaluate on-the-job performance of trainees, maintaining confidentiality of classes and employee results
Be prepared to deploy to various locations to support operations as needed
Deliver training sessions at remote terminals to ensure all employees receive consistent and comprehensive training
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High School Graduation or General Equivalency
5 years of experience in a railroad operations role with a preference for extensive experience in T&E;, with the capability to train various client groups
Active Conductor certification with a preference for Locomotive Engineer qualification
Outstanding safety record as an operational employee
Understanding of collective agreement issues related to training
Knowledge of Adult Education Principles and Instructional Design
In-depth knowledge of the technical subjects being taught; familiarity with (LMS)
Experience in applying business knowledge to the area of accountability
Strong facilitation, interpersonal skills, presentation, and leadership skills, especially when working with client groups and unions
Valid driver’s license
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Performance incentive 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 drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation
Criminal history check
Education verification
Professional references
Driver’s license verification and driving history
BECOMING A RAILROADER As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
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.
CULTURE OF INCLUSION For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal prospect/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).
Department: Safety, Training Standards & Rules
Job Type: Full‑Time
Position Type: Non‑Union
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 30-40%
# of Positions: 1
Job Grade: 4
Job Available to: Internal & External
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📌 Instructor Training - Train & Engine (Winnipeg)
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