Administrative Assistant

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC•Kansas City, MO

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is a rare opportunity to join the railway industry and directly support the leaders of CPKC’s Operations department. CPKC is North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico. 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.

Requirements

High School graduate
Valid drivers' license required
Ability to use office equipment including printers, fax, postage machines etc
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Computer systems (notes, SAP, Excel, Word, Power Point, Share Point, Outlook) required
Required to type at least 45 WPM
Ability to occasionally support events and activities outside of standard working hours
Drug Testing
Background Investigation
Criminal history check
Education verification
Professional references
Driver’s license verification and driving history
Social Security Number verification

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Type investigation notices and maintain all files
Assistant to Manager Support Services and local Operations leadership team
Type and post all Operational notices
Order supplies for departments and maintain expense efficiency on behalf of CPKC adjust spending of supplies/vendors adhering to Policies and Procedures
Ensure adequate inventories throughout facility to expedite daily operations in multiple departments and facilities
Maintain daily internal and external correspondence through various business information reports, schedule, and transcribe formal hearings by following strict time schedules
Pay and reallocate invoices
Enter discipline records into the safety dashboard
Plan and prepares for any meetings
Assist with any needs/requirements from Facilities
Assist with upkeep of vehicles
Post bulletins and awards, Seniority Rosters in accordance with collective bargaining agreement
Maintain the utmost discretion, confidentiality, safety and courtesy
All other duties as assigned