Rail Car Mechanic
Davenport, IA - USA
Job Summary
Join CPKC North Americas 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 youre not just building a careeryoure part of something bigger. Together we move goods connect people and create lasting change. Your future starts here.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
As a Rail Car Mechanic you will be part of a skilled team working in a fastpaced highproduction environment performing both preventive and corrective maintenance on rail cars in accordance with regulatory standards. You will receive handson training including a fourweek welding course specifically designed for the railroad industry to support your longterm success and development in the role.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Repair maintain and inspect freight car equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Perform all preventative maintenance work and repairs on trucks under-frame structure safety appliances braking systems draft systems and any associated tests
- Perform all work associated with rush repairs road work and supplementary service operation of equipment
- Weld torch cutting and using all hand power tools to make repairs while working all around under between on top and inside of rail cars
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or general equivalency
- Minimum 2 years experience working on or around heavy equipment
- Valid drivers license
- Commercial drivers license preferred
- 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
- Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions)
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
- Flexible and competitive benefits 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 or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation:
- Criminal history check
- Education verification
- Drivers license verification and driving history
- Social Security Number verification
- Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
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).
- Req ID: 106288
- Department: Mechanical Car
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Union
- Location: Davenport Iowa
- Country: United States
- % of Travel: 0-10%
- # of Positions: 1
- Compensation Rate: 28.72
- Job Available to: Internal & External
#LI-ONSITE
#LI-CK1
About Company
With operations stretching from Vancouver to New York, Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) hauls freight over about a 15,000-mile network in Canada and the US. Its system includes about 10,700 miles of company-owned track and another 4,100 miles of track that is jointly owned, leased, or op ... View more