Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Canadian Pacific Railway based in Winnipeg, Manitoba is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Qualified Diesel Mechanic. Canadian Pacific Railway is a Canadian Class I railway that was incorporated in 1881. It was originally established with the goal of constructing a transcontinental railway to connect Eastern Canada to British Columbia. The completion of the railway in 1885 played a significant role in the development of the nation. The Canadian Pacific Railway has played a significant role in connecting Canada and Canadians from coast to coast and has contributed to the development and growth of the nation. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name:Â Canadian Pacific Railway
Position:Â Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Position Type: Union
No of Vacancies:Â 2
Salary:Â Salary is not mentioned, $26.00-$30.00 hourly estimated salary
Employment Type:Â Full-Time
Department: Mechanical Loco
Location:Â Winnipeg, Manitoba
Req ID:Â 101358
% of Travel: 0-10%
Job Available to: Internal & External
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have a High School Diploma or General Equivalence Diploma
Experience: Candidates should have 6 years of practical or general experience in the mentioned apprenticeship applicable to the trade or possess a Uniform Local Journeyman/Journeywomen 101R card
Medical Requirements: CPKC prioritizes safety as a core value, safeguarding its people, communities, environment, and assets through a robust Alcohol and Drug Policy. Mandatory pre-employment medical evaluations and drug tests, including for Trainee Program candidates, underscore this commitment
Background Investigation: The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances: Criminal history check, Reference check, Driver’s License Verification
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates must be able to work on various shifts and days off – CPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, and 365 days a year
- The candidates should be able to work within strict established safety and work guidelines/rules to complete the job
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have completed a previous apprenticeship and be able to provide proof of apprenticeship
- The candidates should possess one of the following: Journeyman Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanics Certification, Journeyman Automotive Technician Certification, and Journeyman Electrician Certification
- The candidates should have strong problem-solving and computer skills
- The candidates will be required to obtain all CPKC certifications pertaining to specific tasks and assignments
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to maintain, inspect, service, test, and repair all systems on locomotives, mobile equipment, and vehicles used in plant, yard, and road service
- The candidates should be able to service locomotive cabs, which includes cleaning/washing cab walls, windows, floors, and servicing locomotive toilet compartments and toilets
- The candidates should be able to make evaluations of parts for reuse, repair, or replacement
- The candidates should be able to work according to blueprints, schematic drawings, service manuals, and other similar information, and adapt to new methods, processes, materials, and equipment
- The candidates should be able to perform non-structural welding, such as tacking
- The candidates should be able to perform adjustments and calibrations to mechanical components
- The candidates should be able to perform modifications and construct mechanical assemblies
- The candidates should be able to perform maintenance and low voltage repairs of Locomotive electrical systems
- The candidates should be able to use various hand and power hand tools
- The candidates should be able to operate equipment such as overhead or mobile cranes and forklifts to assist in assignments
- The candidates should be able to adapt to new methods, processes, materials, and equipment
Benefits:
- The candidates will get a flexible and competitive benefits package, competitive company pension plan, annual fitness subsidy, part-time studies program, employee share purchase plan
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected, and conducted for further procedures directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!