Mechanic A - 0501

Canadian National Inc.

Saskatoon

On-site

CAD 44,000 - 51,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

CN operates a Fleet Services Garage - Mechanic A, responsible for repairs, servicing, and up fitting on a wide range of vehicles. The role involves hands-on, outdoors work with potential field assignments and variable shifts to support vehicle availability.

The incumbent will perform welding and repairs, maintain records, and meet safety and regulatory standards as part of a unionized team.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the Heavy-Duty or Commercial Transport repair trade.
  • Valid Provincial Department of Labour Journeyman Certificate in the Heavy-Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanical Repair Trade.
  • Valid Provincial driver’s licence.
  • Air endorsement and drivers license upgrade.

Responsibilities

  • Perform minor and major repairs, servicing and up fitting on all types of vehicles (cars, light truck, medium and heavy trucks, and truck trailers) including mounted vehicle attachments (cranes, Hirail, and gensets) and material handling equipment.
  • Use electric and oxy-acetylene welding equipment, and other vehicle repair tools to perform repairs.
  • Record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established procedures.

Skills

Heavy-Duty repair
Vehicle maintenance
Welding

Education

Journeyman Certificate (Heavy-Duty/Commercial Transport)
Automotive Mechanic Journeyman Certificate
Valid driver’s licence
Air endorsement

Job description

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Highest Level Division: Procurement & Supply Management


Posting Start Date: 10/2/26


Posting End Date: 10-31-2026


Qualified Rate: $33.51 Per hour


Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employees are also eligible to an employee share investment plan (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.


At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work that we do matters. Every day, our team of dedicated railroaders power the North American economy from coast-to-coast-to-coast, with an unwavering commitment to safety and service excellence.


If you enjoy hands-on tasks, working outdoors, and have a safety-first mindset, a career in railway operations might be right for you. With fresh challenges, paid training, and a host of great benefits - a career at CN means work that makes a true difference in the lives of people.


Job Summary


The Fleet Services Garage - Mechanic A is responsible for performing all repairs, servicing and up fitting on all types of vehicles.


Main Responsibilities


  • Perform minor and major repairs, servicing and up fitting on all types of vehicles (cars, light truck, medium and heavy trucks, and truck trailers) including mounted vehicle attachments (cranes, Hirail, and gensets) and material handling equipment

  • Use electric and oxy-acetylene welding equipment, and other vehicle repair tools to perform repairs

  • Record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established procedures


Working Conditions


  • Perform outdoors at terminals or indoors, in the field and shop environment in various types of weather and environmental conditions

  • Available to work variable shifts to accommodate vehicle availability may be required

  • Available for prolonged stay away from home when performing necessary fieldwork


Experience


  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the Heavy-Duty or Commercial Transport repair trade


Education/Certification/Designation


  • Valid Provincial Department of Labour Journeyman Certificate in the Heavy-Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanical Repair Trade

  • Additional Mechanic Certification (Automotive Mechanic Journeyman Certificate)*

  • Valid Provincial driver's licence

  • Air endorsement and drivers license class upgrade*

  • We Care About Each Other

  • We Strive for Excellence

  • We Succeed Together


Technical Skills/Knowledge


  • Must be able to pass the current Mechanic \"A\" test

  • Capable of certifying company equipment in accordance with Provincial and regulatory standards

  • Must be capable of servicing and repairing various types of Hirail equipment

  • Capable of operating all types of vehicles and equipment serviced in the garage

  • Required to have own basic hand tools sufficient to perform repairs and servicing to all types of fleet equipment


*Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset


Additional Information (If Any)


The incumbent receives on the job training and is rolled out over a period of 2 to 3 months.This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.


About CN


CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.


At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.


As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.


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