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
Positive 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.

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📌 Car Mechanic (Freight Car Repairer) (Alberta)
🏢 CN
📍 Alberta