Freight Car Mechanic Apprentice – Paid, Hands-On Training

Canadian National Inc.; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Unionized environment

Apprenticeship program

Job summary

Canadian National Inc. is seeking a Car Mechanic Apprentice to inspect, maintain, build and repair railway freight cars in accordance with federal and CN regulations.

You will begin as a Car Mechanic Apprentice and progress to a Journey Car Mechanic under a structured CN apprenticeship path. This role includes on‑the‑job training, unionized work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package, with potential progression through CN's apprenticeship framework and training courses at the work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Familiarity with electrical and electronic tools and instruments.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage stress.
• Demonstrated teamwork and positive interactions with others.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Autonomy

Safety mindset

Communication

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Ability to work under stress

Electrical/electronic tools knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand and power tools

Measuring instruments

Cutting torches

Job description

Canadian National Inc. is seeking a Car Mechanic Apprentice to inspect, maintain, build and repair railway freight cars in accordance with federal and CN regulations.

You will begin as a Car Mechanic Apprentice and progress to a Journey Car Mechanic under a structured CN apprenticeship path. This role includes on‑the‑job training, unionized work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package, with potential progression through CN's apprenticeship framework and training courses at the work