Work Equipment HDM - Mechanic A

CN360; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CN360 is seeking a skilled Mechanic A in Kamloops to perform critical repairs and service on rail maintenance equipment. The successful candidate will have a red seal certification and experience with welding equipment. Join CN360 and contribute to a safety-focused team environment while developing your skills with state-of-the-art equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be interprovincial red seal Heavy Duty Mechanic or equivalent.
• Experience with electric and gas welding essential.
• Capable of lifting 50lbs and willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor and major repairs on rail maintenance equipment.
• Operate and maintain a service truck in accordance with standards.
• Uphold all applicable health and safety policies.

Skills

Electric and gas welding equipment

Education

Interprovincial red seal Heavy Duty Mechanic

Tools

Hand tools up to 1 ¼”

Job description

Work Equipment HDM - Mechanic A

CN is home to opportunities for skilled tradespeople who are interested in continually learning and building a career in a safety-focused, team environment. Working on state-of-the-art equipment and train cars that carry freight from coast-to-coast-to-coast, you’ll feel proud knowing you’re a part of what makes the economy work. And with paid training, you’ll be able to evolve your skills. At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Role

A Mechanics perform minor and major repairs, overhauls and servicing of all types of rail maintenance equipment, attachments and material handling equipment.

Mechanic responsibilities include:

• Performing minor and major repairs
• Overhauls and servicing of all types of rail maintenance equipment, attachments and material handling equipment, with electric and oxy-acetylene welding equipment, lubrication and other repair equipment
• Record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established procedures
• Work closely and keep in regular communication with management
• Uphold all applicable health and safety policies
• Perform repairs outside in all weather conditions at varying times of the day
• Operate and maintain a service truck in accordance with standards.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have experience in electric and gas welding equipment
• Must be interprovincial red seal Heavy Duty Mechanic or equivalent, experienced 4 th year apprentices will be considered
• Must have own hand tools up to 1 ¼”
• Must be capable of lifting 50lbs
• Must be willing to travel within BC/AB on assigned work cycle
• Must have a valid Class (5) Driver's License

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network,CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

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 from underrepresented groups often don’t apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don’t see yourself in 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 reach out to our team at [e-mail].

As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants 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. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.