Mechanic A - 0501

Qualified Rate: $ 48.31 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.

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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.

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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
• Prolonged stay away from home may be required when performing necessary field work. Advanced notice is provided.
• Respirator use is required for certain tasks, with periodic audiometric testing and respirator fit testing conducted as needed

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 break endorsement and class 1 or 3 drivers license is an asset

Competencies

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

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Capable of certifying company equipment in accordance with Provincial and regulatory standards
• Servicing and repairing various Hirail types is an asset
• 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 [email protected].

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