Railway Car Technician (Car Mechanic)
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: April 30, 2024
Job Description:
CN is home to opportunities for skilled tradespeople who are
interested in continually learning and building a career in a
safety-focused, team environment. Working on state-of-the-art
equipment and train cars that carry freight from
coast-to-coast-to-coast, you'll feel proud knowing you're a part of
what makes the economy work. And with paid training, you'll be able
to evolve your skills. At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful
because the work we do matters. Join us!Job SummaryThe 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 (refer to training description below).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 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
proceduresWorking 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
terminalRequirements
- Previous welding experience gained through formal training or
work experience an asset*
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development
(GED)
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the
position, including requirements for Safety
- Valid driver's license
- 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
- 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 experience/education/skills/knowledge
for these above would be considered as an assetTrainingThe
incumbent receives 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 in Canada. 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. This position is a unionized
position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable
collective agreement About CNCN is a world-class transportation
leader and trade-enabler. 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.
As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts
with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail
network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community
prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to
programs supporting social responsibility and environmental
stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety,
sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply
chain excellence to deliver results.CN is an Equal Employment
Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions
with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex,
religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an
individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or
without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under
consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a
regular basis, as communication is primarily made through
email.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Kentwood , Railway Car Technician (Car Mechanic), Engineering , Battle Creek, Michigan
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