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Job Summary

The Car Mechanic Apprentice is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, building and repairing railway freight cars and equipment in accordance with Federal and CN’s regulations. The incumbent is considered a Car Mechanic Apprentice until they have graduated to Journey Car Mechanic.

Major 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 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 night shifts, weekends, holiday, and overtime when required.
• Partially performed outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, performing overhead work, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. (22 kg) and occasionally up to 85 lbs. (39 kg)
• Frequent climbing or balancing, grasping, and good hand-eye coordination.
• May be required to work away from assigned terminal.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position, including requirements for Safety.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stress.
• Demonstrates 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.
• Basic computer skills.

Assets

• Previous welding experience gained through formal training or work experience
• Vocational/technical training and/or knowledge of Railroad Operating Rules
• Familiarity with electrical and electronic tools and instruments
• Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stress
• Demonstrate good teamwork and maintain positive interactions with others
• Good verbal, reading comprehension and writing skills
• Ability to determine the condition of objects/parts for wear and/or defects
• Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction

What We Offer

• Competitive Wages, Benefits, and Pension Plan
• Paid Training and Career Development
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 24/7 Telemedicine Service
• Employee Share Investment Plan
• Educational Financial Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Extensive Employee Discount Program
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

This position is a unionized position, as such pay and benefits are governed by the applicable Collective Agreement.

Paid Training

The incumbent receives paid on-the-job training, both theoretical and practical instructions, over a period of 3 weeks at 40 hours per week. Depending on the incumbent’s level of experience, a 4-year on-the-job CN specific apprenticeship program may be required and the incumbent will attend a series of courses at their work location.

The training includes rail car components, rail car inspection, single car tests, special commodities Level 2, freight car repairs, jacking procedures, railway welding, aerial lifts, yard operating rules, and other items relevant to the position. A successful completion of this training is essential for future performance of duties.

Successful Candidate Process:

• Medical assessment (including drug, hearing, and vision).
• Criminal background check
• Offer Letter

Paid Training Structure:

• 3 weeks in CN campus
• 2+ weeks in shop (on-the-job training)
• 2 weeks in CN campus