Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, building and repairing railway freight cars and equipment in accordance with federal and CN regulations. The incumbent is considered a Car Mechanic Apprentice until they qualify as a Journey Car Mechanic (refer to the training description below).

Main Responsibilities

Inspect cars and components in accordance with railroad associations, Federal Railroad Administration regulations and company operating standards
Perform all scheduled, on-request and preventive maintenance and repair on rail cars, under frames, on structures, safety appliances, draft systems and any associated tests
Repair and install railway car parts such as compressors, air valves, bearings, couplings, air cylinders and piping
Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, cutting torches and measuring instruments
Operate transport vehicles including cranes, trucks, track mobile and shop equipment
Prepare inspection, maintenance and work reports, and record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established procedures

Working Conditions

Available to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime when necessary
Partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, performing overhead work, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds (22 kg) and occasionally up to 85 pounds (39 kg)
Frequent climbing or balancing, grasping, and good eye-hand coordination
May be required to work away from their assigned terminal
Respirator use is required for certain tasks, with periodic audiometric testing and respirator fit testing conducted as needed

Experience

Previous welding experience gained through formal training or work experience an asset*

Education/Certification/Designation

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
Valid driver's licence

Competencies

We Care About Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Succeed Together
We Lead Responsibly

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Must be 18 years of age
The incumbent must meet all medical fitness-for-duty and safety requirements for the role
Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and stress
Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others
Good verbal, reading comprehension and writing skills
Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction
Familiarity with electrical and electronic tools and instruments
Ability to determine the condition of objects and parts for wear and defects
Vocational and technical training and knowledge of Railroad Operating Rules
Basic computer skills

Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).

Additional Information (If Any)

The incumbent receives on-the-job training, including theoretical and practical instruction, over a period of 3 weeks at 40 hours per week. Depending on the incumbent's level of experience, a 4-year CN-specific apprenticeship program may be required, and the incumbent will attend a series of courses at their work location in Canada. The training includes rail car components, rail car inspection, single-car tests, special commodities Level 2, freight car repairs, jacking procedures, railway welding, aerial lifts, yard operating rules, and other topics relevant to the role. Successful completion of this training is essential for the future performance of the role's duties.This role is unionized. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.

Car Mechanic (Freight Car Repairer)

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