Railway Car Technician (Car Mechanic)
Company: CN
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
CN is home to opportunities for skilled tradespeople who are
interested in continually learning and building a career in a
safety-focused, team environment. Working on state-of-the-art
equipment and train cars that carry freight from
coast-to-coast-to-coast, you'll feel proud knowing you're a part of
what makes the economy work. And with paid training, you'll be able
to evolve your skills. At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful
because the work we do matters. Join us!
Job Summary
The Car Mechanic Apprentice is responsible for inspecting,
maintaining, building and repairing railway freight cars and
equipment in accordance with Federal and CN's regulations. The
incumbent is considered a Car Mechanic Apprentice until they have
graduated to Journey Car Mechanic (refer to training description
below).
Major 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
Requirements
Previous welding experience gained through formal training or work
experience an asset*
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
Must be 18 years of age
Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the
position, including requirements for Safety
Valid driver's license
Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and
manage 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 experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be
considered as an asset
Training
The incumbent receives on-the-job training, both theoretical and
practical instructions, over a period of 3 weeks at 40 hours per
week. Depending on the incumbent's level of experience, a 4-year
on-the-job 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 items relevant to the
position. A successful completion of this training is essential for
future performance of duties.
This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits
are governed by the applicable collective agreement
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.
Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities
it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of
natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods
throughout North America every year. As the only railroad
connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern
tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its
affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and
sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs
supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At
CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our
customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to
deliver results.
CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to
fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to
race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability,
assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the
job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under
consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a
regular basis, as communication is primarily made through
email.
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