Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Are you a skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic or Maintenance Technician looking to take your career to the next level? As a valued member of the CPKC Work Equipment team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with advanced mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems essential to our rail operations. In this role, you’ll showcase your expertise by performing comprehensive preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical issues, and executing high-quality repairs on a wide range of heavy equipment and machinery. This role is ideal for individuals who are mechanically inclined, enjoy hands‑on work in outdoor environments, and are open to occasional travel for field service assignments. This position can be based in Saskatoon or Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Conduct safe and efficient mechanical repair and maintenance of roadway equipment

Inspect, repair, and test a wide range of machinery, involved in changing ties and rails including machines, ballast regulators, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, tie cranes,



tie inserters, etc

Utilize manual, electric, and hydraulic tools, alongside welders and cutting torches, to perform and verify maintenance tasks and repairs

Investigate and diagnose equipment issues, taking swift corrective action to minimize downtime and production disruptions

Plan, organize, and coordinate work within a collaborative team setting

Maintain and submit accurate equipment maintenance records, timesheets, and documentation

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 18 years of age

Valid driver’s license

High school diploma or general equivalency

A Journeyman's Certificate as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic/Technician; or A Journeyman's Certificate as an Automotive Mechanic/Technician; or

Be a registered and active 2nd or 3rd year apprentice in Heavy-Duty Mechanics

Experience with reading schematics, troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic systems

Proficiency in use of computers, data upkeeping regarding repair workorders and other computer applications

Foundational welding experience

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

Flexible and competitive perks package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans





Employee share purchase plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Medical and Drug Testing
This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre‑employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

Criminal history check

Education verification

Driver’s license verification and driving history

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:
For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Department: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Union

Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Country: Canada

% of Travel: 80-90%

# of Positions: 1

Compensation Rate: $37.73

Job Available to: Internal & External

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📌 Work Equipment Maintainer (Saskatchewan)
🏢 CPKC
📍 Saskatchewan