Electrician
Company: Canadian National Railway
Location: Stevens Point
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
CN is home to opportunities for skilled tradespeople who are
interested in continually learning and building a career in a
safety-focused, team environment. Working on state-of-the-art
locomotives and cars that carry freight from
coast-to-coast-to-coast, youll feel proud knowing youre a part of
what makes the economy work. And with paid training, youll be able
to evolve your skills. At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful
because the work we do matters. Join us!Role:Electricians perform
inspections, major and minor repairs, overhauls and servicing on
all types of locomotives.Critical performance areas include the
following but may vary depending on the location and
circumstances:Inspect, service and maintain locomotives, in
accordance with federal and company regulations, including
troubleshooting or repairing, replacing, cleaning and adjusting
parts.Troubleshoot and diagnose diesel engine malfunctions and make
required repairs.Assemble and start engines.Use test equipment,
lubrication equipment and other vehicle repair tools and equipment,
and operate said tools and machinery in a safe and efficient
manner.Prepare inspection, maintenance, and work reports, and
record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established
procedures.Operate locomotive on shop tracks.Test locomotives on
shop track after repair.Working Conditions:Work shift work, which
consists of: Irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays,
and occasional overtime.Work in a shop environment and outside in
all weather conditionsOccasionally work in confined spaces and at
elevated heightsFrequent stooping, lifting, kneeling, bending,
crouching and climbing.Minimal travel requiredMinimum
Requirements:Valid drivers license.High School diploma or
equivalent GEDMust be 18 years of ageMust meet all medical fitness
for duty requirements for the positionUsing measuring devices and
understanding visual displays.Basic technical knowledge of
electrical theory and troubleshooting techniques.Frequent
lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 70 lbsDisplays
good hand-eye coordinationPreferences:Valid CDL for the class and
type of equipment operated.Ability to certify company equipment in
accordance with state standards.Experience troubleshooting
hydraulic and electronic systems.Welding skills.Basic computer
skills.The ideal candidate profile:Automotive or diesel electrician
experience and/or electrician diploma/apprenticeshipAbility to work
autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage
stress.Demonstrate good teamwork skills and maintain positive
interactions with others.Displays good verbal, reading
comprehension and writing skills.Dedicated to getting the job done
while meeting established standards of quality, safety and client
satisfaction.Training:Newly hired Electricians take part in several
weeks of training which includes classroom instructions and field
training. The classroom training will take place in Homewood, IL at
the CN Campus. The training guides the new Electrician through the
critical safety skills required to work on the railroad. Once the
classroom training is complete, the Electrician will complete
on-the job training to enhance his/her knowledge and skills.
Successful completion of the training course is mandatory in order
to work as a Electrician.Union:The Electrician is a unionized
position and is part of the IBEW (International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers). Wages, initiation fees, and monthly dues are
required as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.About
CNCN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.
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. As the only railroad
connecting Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip
of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its
affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and
sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs
supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At
CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our
customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to
deliver results.CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It
is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates
without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age,
or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential
functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified
candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor
your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made
through email.by Jobble
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