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Canadian Pacific Railway Diesel Service Attendant in Thunder Bay, Canada
Canadian Pacific (CP) 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 POSITION:
Diesel Service Attendants move, fuel, clean, test and perform basic repairs on the locomotives in a fast paced, safety oriented environment in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and enjoys working outdoors.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Fuel, sand locomotives and re-supply cab amenities, as required
Perform inspections and basic repairs on all Locomotives, fuel tanks, cab equipment
Evaluation of parts for reuse or replacement
Service locomotive cabs which include cleaning cab walls, locomotive toilets, windows and floors
Test all cab electrical devices, set-up cab brakes as per requirements of the train operations, test all safety devices and ensure crew to crew forms are completed
Must obtain / maintain Shop Track Operations Curriculum (STOC) and Locomotive Safety Inspection (LSI) certification
Other duties as required as per collective agreement
POSITION REQUIERMENTS:
High school diploma/general equivalency diploma or equivalent experience, required
Valid driver’s license, required
Commercial driver’s license (Class 1A,3A) 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
Proven dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Medical Requirements:
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
Criminal history check
Drivers license Verification
Education verification
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 Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, 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: 104169
Department: Mechanical Loco
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Thunder Bay , Ontario
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 0-10%
Job Available to: Internal & External
Compensation Rate: $34.19 per hour
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