Railway Car Technician (Car Mechanic)- FR
Qualified rate: $42.49 per hour. New hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period.
About the role
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As a Railway Car Technician (Car Mechanic), you’ll work on all types of equipment and structures designed to support the distribution of freight across North America. Enjoy paid training and evolve your skills in a safety-focused environment.
Working Conditions
- Irregular shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
- Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, performing overhead work, lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 85 pounds
- Frequent climbing, balancing, grasping, and good eye-hand coordination
- May be required to work away from assigned terminal
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, 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
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position, including requirements for Safety Critical Positions established by the FRA regulation
- A valid driver’s license
- Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations, and manage stress
- Demonstrates good teamwork and maintains 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
- Basic computer skills
- Must pass a background investigation pertaining to federal and state criminal history, including driver history
Assets
- Previous welding experience gained through formal training or work experience
- Vocational/technical training and/or knowledge of Railroad Operating Rules
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Employee Share Investment Plan (ESIP)
- Pension and Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB)
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- 24/7 Telemedicine Service
- Educational Financial Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Extensive Employee Discount Program
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Pay
$42.49 per hour (qualified rate).
Training
Newly hired Car Mechanics will take part in paid training, including:
- 3 weeks in CN campus (Homewood, IL)
- 2+ weeks in shop (on-the-job training)
- 3 weeks in CN campus (Homewood, IL)
Successful completion of the training course is essential to maintain employment. An apprentice’s application may be rescinded if they do not display the aptitude or desire to learn within the first 120 days of employment.
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. CN safely transports over 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America annually. CN’s 20,000-mile rail network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South. CN is committed to social responsibility and environmental stewardship, building North America’s safest, most inclusive, and sustainable railroad.