Car Mechanic (Freight Car Repairer)

Canadian National Railway Company•Montréal-Est, QC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the position, including requirements for Safety.
A valid driver’s license.
Ability to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stress.
Demonstrates 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.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous welding experience gained through formal training or work experience
Vocational/technical training and/or knowledge of Railroad Operating Rules
Familiarity with electrical and electronic tools and instruments
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
Ability to determine the condition of objects/parts for wear and/or defects
Dedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction

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.