Supervisor of Bridge Maintenance

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:

Are you passionate about protecting the safety and integrity of railroad infrastructure? The Bridge Maintenance Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and reliability of our railroad infrastructure by overseeing inspections of bridges and related structures across the network. This leadership position involves providing expert guidance based on real-time field assessments, mentoring maintenance teams, and collaborating with engineering staff to address structural concerns. The supervisor is responsible for developing effective action plans and ensuring compliance with all safety standards. This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on transportation safety while growing your leadership skills in a dynamic environment. This position may be based in any of the following locations within CPKC's Southern Region: Baton Rouge< LA; Monore, LA; Shreveport, LA; or Kansas City, MO. 

 

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide guidance to territory managers on optimal bridge inspection methods and maintenance strategies, contributing significantly to asset protection and operational reliability
• Coordinate and manage bridge maintenance, repair, and construction activities, encompassing tasks such as concrete restoration, steel structure repairs, and ongoing upkeep
• Conduct thorough bridge inspections aligned with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) bridge safety standards and CPKC’s industry-leading bridge safety management policies, ensuring the safety and reliability of vital infrastructure
• Review and audit bridge maintenance and renewal activities to confirm they adhere to CPKC’s Structures Red Book guidelines, promoting consistent and high-quality standards
• Assess structural assets such as bridges, overhead highway structures, culverts, retaining walls, and turntables to maintain safe and efficient operation
• Operate specialized bridge inspection vehicles to facilitate detailed assessments and streamline inspection processes
• Supervise unionized crews by coordinating their daily activities and ensuring grievances are resolved according to collective bargaining agreements
• Coordinate logistics by securing required track authorities for on-track bridge inspections, prioritizing safety and operational efficiency

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license: Class A Commercial Driver’s License is an asset
• Minimum of 4 years’ railroad bridge inspection, maintenance, or construction experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory
• Bridge Inspector certification
• Valid passport with ability to travel to U.S./CAN without restrictions
• Knowledge of field inspection, maintenance, and construction practices for railroad bridges
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with proficiency in computer systems
• Participate in on-call schedule for emergency response, ensuring operational coverage

 

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 sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated 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
• Passport verification
• Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
• Social Security Number verification

 

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 opportunity/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).

 

• Req ID: 105766
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 90-100%
• # of Positions: 2
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External

 

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