Mechanic A - 0501

CN

Saskatoon

On-site

CAD 38,000 - 54,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

CN in Saskatoon, SK is seeking a Mechanic A to perform repairs, servicing, and up fitting on a wide range of vehicles. The role involves outdoor and indoor work, with opportunities for field assignments and paid training in a unionized environment.

Qualifications include a valid Heavy-Duty/Commercial Transport Journeyman certificate, a valid driver’s licence, and the ability to pass the Mechanic A test. The posted rate is $33.51 per hour, with competitive benefits and ESIP options.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years in heavy-duty or commercial transport repair.
  • Valid journeyman certificate in heavy-duty or commercial transport repair.
  • Valid provincial driver’s licence is required.
  • Air endorsement and license upgrade is an asset.
  • Must pass the Mechanic A test.

Responsibilities

  • Perform repairs, servicing and up fitting on all vehicle types.
  • Use welding equipment to complete repairs and up fitting.
  • Record details on prescribed forms per procedures.

Skills

5+ years exp
Heavy-Duty repair
Commercial transport repair
Vehicle maintenance

Education

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

Tools

Hirail equipment
Welding equipment
Oxy-acetylene welding
Vehicle repair tools
Basic hand tools

Job description

Mechanic A - 0501

Req Id: 845

Job Location: Saskatoon - SK

Business Unit: Finance

Highest Level Division: Procurement & Supply Management

Posting Start Date: 10/2/26

Posting End Date: 10-31-2026

French/English Bilingual Requirement: Yes

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.

Join us today and get your career moving!

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*

Competencies
  • We Care About Each Other

  • We Strive for Excellence

  • We Succeed Together

  • We Lead Responsibly

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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