Rail Car Mechanic Apprentice

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

As a Rail Car Mechanic, you’ll play a key role in keeping freight moving safely and efficiently. Working in a high-production environment, you will perform both preventative and corrective maintenance on rail cars in compliance with regulatory standards.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform expert repairs and maintenance on freight car equipment, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards
• Execute preventative maintenance and inspections on critical components including trucks, under-frame, structural elements, safety appliances, brake systems, and draft systems, while conducting all required tests
• Respond to urgent repair needs by handling rush repairs, road work, and supplementary service operations to keep rail operations running smoothly
• Utilize advanced tools and techniques such as welding, torch cutting, and power tools to complete complex repairs, working in diverse environments around, under, between, on top, and inside rail cars

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working on or around heavy equipment
• Valid driver’s license
• Commercial driver’s license preferred
• Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
• Ability to pass the required written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations and other written or printed material in English
• Dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules
• Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions)

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

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 provide, as appropriate, upon request.