Travelling Mechanic

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

As a Travelling Mechanic you will be a member of a team working in a high production environment performing preventative, corrective maintenance, mechanical repairs and maintenance of roadway equipment across a vast territory that includes CPKC’s Southern network.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs mechanical repairs and maintenance of roadway equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Repair and test equipment such as production tie and rail machines, spikers, spike pullers, production tampers, ballast regulators, speed swings, loaders and skid steers and backhoes, tie cranes, tie inserters, etc.
• Trouble shoot and repair of hydraulic systems (electric over hydraulic and air over hydraulic)
• Lift and carry up to 100 lbs. occasionally
• Specialize in repairing roadway maintenance equipment, focusing on hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, driveline, and drive systems
• Use a variety of manual, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, as well as welders and cutting torches, to perform/verify maintenance and repairs
• Able to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general equivalency; 2 years of technical training is a bonus
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• 5 years of heavy-duty mechanical work experience
• Valid driver’s license: Commercial driver’s license
• Must be qualified in repairing and overhauling gasoline and diesel engines
• Proven knowledge and understanding of Engineering field operations
• Knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules
• Proficient in communication (ability to 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.