Car Mechanic (Freight Car Repairer)

CN; Joffre (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CN is hiring for a railcar maintenance role based in Pennsylvania. The incumbent inspects, maintains, builds and repairs railway freight cars and equipment in accordance with federal and CN regulations.

The position requires performing scheduled, on-request and preventive maintenance, repairing components and parts, and safely operating cranes, trucks, and related shop equipment. Training is provided; candidates must meet fitness-for-duty requirements and possess a GED/HS diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Welding experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect cars and components per railroad regulations and company standards.
• Perform scheduled, on-request and preventive maintenance and repair.
• Repair and install railway car parts such as compressors, air valves, bearings, couplings.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, cutting torches and measuring instruments.
• Operate transport vehicles including cranes, trucks and track mobile.
• Prepare inspection and maintenance reports and record details.

Skills

Welding experience

Reading and writing skills

Basic tool use

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver's licence

Job description

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, building and repairing railway freight cars and equipment in accordance with federal and CN regulations.

The incumbent is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, building and repairing railway freight cars and equipment in accordance with federal and CN regulations.

Main Responsibilities

• Inspect cars and components in accordance with railroad associations, Federal Railroad Administration regulations and company operating standards
• Perform all scheduled, on-request and preventive maintenance and repair on rail cars, under frames, on structures, safety appliances, draft systems and any associated tests
• Repair and install railway car parts such as compressors, air valves, bearings, couplings, air cylinders and piping
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, cutting torches and measuring instruments
• Operate transport vehicles including cranes, trucks, track mobile and shop equipment
• Prepare inspection, maintenance and work reports, and record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established procedures

Working Conditions

• Available to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime when necessary
• Partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, performing overhead work, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds (22 kg) and occasionally up to 85 pounds (39 kg)
• Frequent climbing or balancing, grasping, and good eye-hand coordination
• May be required to work away from their assigned terminal
• Respirator use is required for certain tasks, with periodic audiometric testing and respirator fit testing conducted as needed

Experience

• Previous welding experience gained through formal training or work experience an asset*

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
• Valid driver's licence

Competencies

• We Care About Each Other
• We Strive for Excellence
• We Succeed Together
• We Lead Responsibly

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Must be 18 years of age
• The incumbent must meet all medical fitness-for-duty and safety requirements for the role
• Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and stress
• Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others
• Good verbal, reading comprehension and writing skills
• Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction
• Familiarity with electrical and electronic tools and instruments
• Ability to determine the condition of objects and parts for wear and defects
• Vocational and technical training and knowledge of Railroad Operating Rules
• Basic computer skills

Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).

Additional Information (If Any)

Successful candidates receive paid on-the-job training that includes theoretical and practical instruction. The initial training may include approximately four weeks at a Company training campus. The selection process may include a medical assessment, including drug screening and hearing and vision testing where permitted by applicable law, a criminal background check, and an offer of employment. This is a unionized position governed by the applicable collective agreement.