Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Position: Mechanic A - 0501
Job Summary

The Fleet Services Garage - Mechanic A is responsible for performing all repairs, servicing and up fitting on all types of vehicles.

Main Responsibilities

Perform minor and major repairs, servicing and up fitting on all types of vehicles (cars, light truck, medium and heavy trucks, and truck trailers) including mounted vehicle attachments (cranes, Hirail, and gensets) and material handling equipment

Use electric and oxy-acetylene welding equipment, and other vehicle repair tools to perform repairs

Record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established procedures

Working Conditions

Perform outdoors at terminals or indoors, in the field and shop environment in various types of weather and environmental conditions

Available to work variable shifts to accommodate vehicle availability may be required

Available for prolonged stay away from home when performing necessary fieldwork

Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in the Heavy-Duty or Commercial Transport repair trade

Education/Certification/Designation

Valid Provincial Department of Labour Journeyman Certificate in the Heavy-Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanical Repair Trade

Additional Mechanic Certification (Automotive Mechanic Journeyman Certificate)
* Valid Provincial driver's licence

Air endorsement and drivers license class upgrade
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Technical Skills/Knowledge

Must be able to pass the current Mechanic  A  test

Capable of certifying company equipment in accordance with Provincial and regulatory standards

Must be capable of servicing and repairing various types of Hirail equipment

Capable of operating all types of vehicles and equipment serviced in the garage

Required to have own basic hand tools sufficient to perform repairs and servicing to all types of fleet equipment

* Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

Additional Information (If Any)

The incumbent receives on the job training and is rolled out over a period of 2 to 3 months. This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.

About CN

CN 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.

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