Electrician Lead Hand - Facility MaintenancePlease note that the language you select on this site will be the primary language used for all future communications regarding your application.Job DescriptionElectrician Lead Hand - Facility Maintenance Req Id: 1085 Job Location: Halifax - NS Business Unit: Finance Highest Level Division: Financial Planning Posting Start Date: 10/9/26 Posting End Date: 10/31/26 French/English Bilingual Requirement: No Qualified Rate: $ 0 Per hour Job Level : UN Job Career Track : Union 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, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks. At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work that we do matters. Every day, our team of dedicated railroaders power the North American economy from coast-to-coast-to-coast, with an unwavering commitment to safety and service excellence. 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. Join us today and get your career moving!Job SummaryThe incumbent performs facilities maintenance and repairs to buildings, equipment, and related systems across company locations while serving as the lead hand by coordinating daily work, providing technical guidance, supporting safe work execution, and acting as the primary point of contact for the crew.Main ResponsibilitiesPerform corrective, reactive and preventative maintenance of facilities buildings, equipment and installations as well as repairs and other project workCoordinate with Lead Hand Electrician, Facilities Supervisor, contractors, other CN departments as well as other vendors for assistance or direction as required upon various types of workCoordinate and assign daily work to crew members based on operational priorities, employee qualifications, and available resourcesProvide technical guidance, coaching,



and on-the-job support to crew members while promoting consistent work practicesMonitor work progress and compliance with safety requirements, elevate issues, and communicate status updates to the Facilities SupervisorWorking ConditionsPosition is subject to responding to emergency calls on nights and weekends as required by the Supervisor and Lead HandThe role is required to work inside and outside in various conditionsThe role is required to work at heights, confined spaces, and any other areas work is requiredMust service driven as the role works with all departments throughout CNMust be safety conscious and capable of ensuring a secure working environment for employees and contractorsThe role requires working away from home for extended periods of timeThe incumbent must be available to work overtime when necessaryExperienceExperience performing corrective, reactive, and preventive electrical maintenance and repairs on buildings, equipment, and related systemsExperience troubleshooting power distribution, emergency power, and high-voltage electrical systems using electrical drawingsExperience coordinating electrical maintenance or project work with supervisors, contractors, internal departments, and vendorsExperience coordinating and assigning daily work to tradespeople based on priorities, qualifications, and available resourcesExperience providing technical guidance, coaching, and on-the-job support to crew membersExperience monitoring work progress, supporting compliance with safety requirements, and communicating issues and status updates to a supervisorEducation/Certification/DesignationMust hold a recognized electrician trade certification or license that meets applicable federal, state, provincial, or local requirementsMust hold, or be willing and able to obtain,



a valid driver's license appropriate to the work location and equipment operatedCompetenciesWe Care About Each OtherWe Strive for ExcellenceWe Succeed TogetherWe Lead ResponsiblyTechnical Skills/KnowledgeMust be able to read and understand electrical drawings for various types of repair work, maintenance, project work and troubleshootingMust have a good working knowledge of power distribution and emergency power systems including high voltageAdditional Information (If Any)The Electrician must complete all training sessions as directed by the company. A successful completion of this training is essential for future performance of duties. Électricien ou électricienneAbout CNCN 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]. As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates 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. Please monitor your email on a regular basis as communication to applicants is done via email.

📌 Electrician Lead Hand - Facility Maintenance (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Canadian National
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality