Laborer

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC•Bensenville, IL

9d•$34 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

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: The Laborer will move, fuel, clean, test and perform basic repairs on the locomotives in a fast paced, safety oriented environment in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and enjoys working outdoors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license is required, CDL Preferred
Minimum 1 year working on around heavy equipment
Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
Ability to pass the required written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations and other written or printed material in English
Dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules

Responsibilities

Fuel, sand locomotives and re-supply cab amenities while in for servicing
Perform inspections and repairs on all Locomotives, fuel tanks, cab equipment and evaluate parts for reuse or replacement
Service locomotive cabs which include cleaning cab walls, locomotive toilets, windows and floors
Test all cab electrical devices, set-up cab brakes as per requirements of the train operations, test all safety devices and ensure crew to crew forms are completed
Clean and sweep shop floors, remove snow around doors and keep the shop area in an orderly fashion