Carpenter

Canadian Pacific Railway; Revelstoke; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Railway is looking for a skilled Journeyman Carpenter to enhance the structural integrity of the railroad. You will construct and maintain infrastructure while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a team committed to excellence and a flexible benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive pension and retirement plans

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 years of benchwork experience.
• 18 years of age or older, valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with heavy machinery operation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair bridges and buildings.
• Analyze and interpret blueprints for projects.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.

Skills

Blueprint Analysis

Drywall Installation

Concrete Construction

Safety Compliance

Tool Operation

Education

High School Diploma or General Equivalency

Journeyman Carpenter Certification or equivalent experience

Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) Certification Level D

Job description

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Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

CPKC is seeking a highly skilled and certified Journeyman Carpenter to join our Engineering team. In this dynamic position, you will play a critical role in ensuring the structural integrity of the railroad by specializing in the construction, maintenance, and repair of bridges and buildings. Reporting to the Manager of Bridge Maintenance, you will contribute to the safety and operational efficiency of train movement across North America, delivering exceptional service to our customers. As a valued member of our team, your expertise in carpentry will directly support CPKC's commitment to excellence in rail infrastructure and transportation.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Analyze and interpret blueprints to ensure precise project implementation
• Complete interior and exterior finishes to improve spaces by performing drywall installation, painting and applying trim work
• Construct and pour concrete foundations, slabs and various structural forms
• Gather, organize and prepare construction materials, including lumber and other necessary supplies
• Skilled in handling manual and power tools, including measurement instruments, saws, hammers and woodworking machinery
• Operate rigging and scaffolding equipment to ensure safe and efficient work at elevated heights
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of equipment maintenance, timesheets and project documentation, ensuring proper care and usage
• Perform construction and repair tasks related to culverts, timber bridges, steel bridges and buildings
• Comply with safety protocols, operational guidelines and Transport Canada regulations within the railroad sector

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Hold a Journeyman Carpenter certification or demonstrate equivalent experience (at least six years in benchwork) and be prepared to successfully complete the CPKC Rail qualification exam
• Acquire and maintain a Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) certification at a minimum of Level "D"
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in using hand-powered tools; experience with heavy machinery operation is considered an asset
• Adhere to rigorous safety protocols and comply with established work procedures to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver’s license verification and driving history

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. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).