Train Dispatcher Trainee

CPKC•Kansas City, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Train Dispatcher Trainee, you will learn the business from the ground up through a 12-18 month fully paid training program that prepares you for the position as a Train Dispatcher and future careers within CPKC. This position offers excellent challenges as you are responsible for planning and scheduling trains through a geographical region in the most efficient and safest manner. You will make business decisions, solve problems, communicate clearly and effectively, and coordinate to ensure minimal delays and the smooth, safe movement of trains in an assigned territory. You control the movement of trains and engineering track crews across CPKC’s rail network through a series of control systems.

Requirements

High school Education or General Equivalency
Thorough knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules, Timetables, Operations Supervisor Manuals, and Notices including passing of required exams
1-year previous Train Dispatcher or comparable experience
Strong computer skills and possess the ability to master computerized train control applications is required
Must be available, within a 2-hour call to work all shifts including overnights, holidays, and weekends
Ability to work with minimum supervision and make decisions under stressful circumstances is required
Ability to pass color vision test

Responsibilities

Issue Track Authorities for all train and engineering movements on assigned territory, in accordance to the rules, and in a safe and efficient manner
Record information as required by CPKC and the Federal Government
Escalate train delays or exceptions to the Director Dispatching and participate in recovery plans
Manage work events and train launches to ensure prompt movement of cars when billed
Communication with individuals at all levels of the organization
Ability to form a good understanding of physical characteristics of the railroad and become familiar with train operations and associated rules