Rail car mechanic job description

* Department: [[department]]
* Job Type: Full-Time
* Location: Harvey, North Dakota
* Country: United States
* # of Positions: 1
* Compensation Rate:
* Job Available to: Internal & External
* Deadline to apply: 11/25/2022

Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP. For more on our purpose, culture, and strategy, visit cpr.ca/en/about-cp.

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, soldiering 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 Equivalence Diploma;
* Must be able to obtain a CDL License within 60 days of hire;
* Preference will be given to those who possess a journeyman certification or is a 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 on various shifts and on weekends in adverse weather conditions.

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER

* Flexible and competitive benefits package
* Employer-funded Retirement plan
* Annual Fitness Subsidy
* Part-time Studies program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Medical Requirements:

CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is a safety critical/sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.

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

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

The person in this position builds, rebuilds, repairs, and inspects railway cars according to AAR, FRA, and company regulations. He or she uses hand tools, power tools, and other measuring equipment required in the performance of duties.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration

•Inspect car components for compliance with AAR, FRA, and company standards

•Perform maintenance activity, both scheduled and on-demand, including air brake tests

•Repair, remove, or replace defective components such as wheels, safety appliances, truck and brake equipment, couplers, yokes, draft gears, and air brake valves; weld broken parts or secure new parts

•Prepare numerous written reports and forms, including bad-order forms, car-repair billing forms, and dimensional-loading forms; prepare record of car repairs for monthly billing process

•Perform rerailing and repair activities; make emergency and other repairs within yard limits, on the road, and at industrial sites

•Repair, remove, or replace components with the use of jacks, blocks, cutting and heating torches, and other hand tools

•Inspect, measure, and secure lading in open-top cars

•Operate forklifts, light cranes, and car-moving equipment

•Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

•Two years of related work experience required

•Ability to lift up to one hundred pounds

•Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

•Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and at elevated heights

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

•High school diploma or GED

•At least eighteen years of age

•Welding certification

•Valid driver's license; CDL preferred

•Four-year journeyman carman preferred

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.