Rail Car Mechanic (Carman) 1

Canadian Pacific (CPKC) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.

S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network.

Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION :

In this challenging role, you will be a member of a team working in a high production environment performing preventative and corrective maintenance to Railcars.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Repair, maintain and inspect freight car equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform all preventative maintenance work & repairs on trucks, underframe, 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
• Repair and application of all associated piping & valves, guards, shrouds, covers and any cutting, burning, welding, grinding, soldering and brazing associated with removal or application of components
• Work all around, under, between, on top and inside of rail cars

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

• Must have a High School Diploma or General Equivalent Diploma
• Preference will be given to those who possess a journeyman certification, commercial driver's license, journeyman welder
• Boilermaker / ironworker would be an asset
• Experience with heavy metal fabrication / welding would be an asset
• Must be able to work within strict established safety and work guidelines / rules to complete job
• Strong problem solving and computer skills
• You must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
• The Railway operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; must be able to work various shifts and on weekends in adverse weather conditions

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER :

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

Background Investigation :

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances :

• Criminal history check
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number verification

CPKC is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Req ID : 102899
• Department : Mechanical Car
• Job Type : Full-Time
• Position Type : Union
• Location : Shreveport , Louisiana
• Country : United States
• Compensation Rate : $33.19 / hr
• Job Available to : Internal & External

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Nearest Major Market : Shreveport

At CPKC, we value and recognize the invaluable skills and experience you have gained from serving your country. Leadership, teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety are among the many skills that veterans bring to railroading.

That's why we want to be your first choice in a new career outside the military.

WHY CPKC

TRANSFERRABLE SKILLS

The skills and experience you’ve gained while serving in the military align exceptionally well with the railroading industry.

CAREER GROWTH

There are no limits to how far your career will take you with CPKC. We offer career growth and professional development opportunities.

SAFETY

Safety is the foundation for everything we do. CPKC was named the safest Class 1 railroad in North America for the 16th consecutive year in 2021, with the lowest Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) reportable train accident frequency (per million train miles) among Class 1 railroads in North America.