Supervisor Work Equipment

CPKC•Saint Paul, MN

3d•$95,000

About The Position

CPKC is seeking a proactive, results-oriented Supervisor of Work Equipment to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of work equipment repair and maintenance activities in an assigned geographical territory. The position is responsible for safe, efficient, and cost-effective upkeep of work equipment and vehicles in a 24/7 railway operation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company protocols. As a front-line leader, the supervisor optimizes resources, manages workflows, and promotes safety and operational excellence. The role is based in St. Paul, Minnesota, and requires 90–100% travel. The position may be relocated based on organizational requirements. A management employee may be required to obtain or maintain conductor or locomotive engineer certification or qualification.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
At least 5 years of relevant work experience in a railway work equipment maintenance environment.
Strong computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency in CPKC systems such as SAP.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to manage a team and priorities in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.
Successful completion of a pre-employment medical assessment, including physical, vision, and hearing assessments, and a negative company or regulated drug test.
Successful background investigation, including criminal history, education, professional references, driver's license and driving history, and Social Security Number verification.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Certificate as a heavy-duty mechanic.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and monitor maintainer performance to support work equipment reliability, as guided by the Manager of Work Equipment.
Schedule and oversee Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) for vehicles and equipment, including timely inspections, accurate evaluations, and follow-up on inspection reports.
Prepare and arrange detailed condition reports for all work equipment within the assigned region.
Mentor, coach, and guide maintainers and machine operators to improve their skills, efficiency, and performance.
Ensure adherence to CPKC safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Review, analyze, and manage financial results in alignment with assigned budgets and operational goals.
Track inventory to safety stock levels and implement processes to reduce downtime and support operational efficiency.
Build and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams to improve operational coordination and territory-wide performance.