Transportation Supervisor

Job overview

The Transportation Supervisor role is onsite in Dubuque, IA; compensation is $105,000–$115,000 per year. The role supports CN’s Transportation & Network Operations and its railroad service and safety commitments. The supervisor manages day-to-day train operations and unionized crews across a territory or terminal, organizing operations to support safe, efficient, regulation-compliant service. The role also coaches employees, monitors performance and safety, coordinates with rail traffic control, and helps resolve service disruptions and incidents.

What you'll do

• Manage day-to-day train operations and unionized crews
• coach and train employees on safe work procedures
• monitor safety compliance and participate in incident investigations
• coordinate train lineups, crew needs, and service recovery
• oversee crew utilization, delay reporting, and customer service plans
• conduct onboarding and performance management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

transportation supervisor

rail operations

train operations

union workforce

safety compliance

dubuque ia

full-time

irregular hours

nights and weekends

on-call position

cn

$105k–$115k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Annual bonus eligibility, employee share investment program, pension, benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits, and other perks.

Why this role

Hiring salary range of $105,000–$115,000; role manages a 24/7 operation and may require on-call response and travel without advance notice.

About the employer

CN is hiring for this role. Industry: Line-Haul Railroads. Sector: 48.