In this challenging role you will be a member of a team working in a high production environment performing preventative maintenance to locomotives. The starting Diesel Mechanic rate is $45.24 per hour with a $15,000 signing bonus. The Diesel Mechanic classification will be determined by experience and current shop mix.

By applying to this job you will be put into a pool of candidates that will be used throughout the year to fill positions when they become available in this area. You will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Maintain, inspect, service, test and repairs all systems on locomotives, mobile equipment and vehicles used in plant, yard and road service
• Services locomotive cabs which include cleaning/washing cab walls, windows, floors and servicing of locomotive toilets compartment and toilets
• Make the evaluation of parts for reuse, repair or replacement
• Work to blueprints, schematic drawings, service manual and other like information. Adapts to new methods, processes, material and equipment
• Perform non-structural welding, (i.e. Tacking)
• Perform adjustment and calibration to mechanical components
• Perform modification and construct mechanical assemblies
• Perform maintenance and low voltage repairs of locomotive electrical systems
• Use various hand and power hand tools
• Operate equipment such as overhead or mobile cranes and forklifts to assist in assignments
• Adapts to new methods, processes, material and equipment

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a High School Diploma or General Equivalence Diploma
• Must have completed previous apprenticeship and ability to provide proof of apprenticeship
• Must have 6 years practical or general experience in mentioned apprenticeship applicable to the trade or possess a Unifor Local Journeyman/Journeywomen 101R card 
• Must possess one of the following; Journeyman Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanics Certification, Journeyman Automotive Technician Certification, and Journeyman Electrician Certification
• Strong problem solving and computer skills
• Must be able to work within strict established safety and work guidelines/rules to complete job
• Will be required to obtain all CPKC certification pertaining to specific tasks and assignments
• CPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; must be able to work on various shifts and days off

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program
• Employee Share Purchase Plan

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)”.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Moving, marshalling and building Locomotive consists within Mechanical Shop Track Operations and delivering Locomotive to departure areas, along with fueling and cleaning the locomotives.  By applying to this job you will be put into a pool of candidates that will be used throughout the year to fill positions when they become available in this area. You will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Fuel, sand, clean yard and road locomotives, locomotive cabs and re-supply cab amenities, as required
• Test, clean and recharge locomotive toilets and toilet rooms
• Perform inspections on Yard and Road Locomotive trucks, fuel tanks, brake adjusters, MU cables, cab equipment, spark arrestor
• Inspect, change-out and perform minor repairs/adjustments, and/or replace Yard and Road Locomotive components
• Adjusting and changing of any necessary safety components, brakes, hoses, light bulbs, head lamps, seats, arm rests, sun visors, bell cartridges, water pressure caps, windshield wipers, wiper motors, side view mirrors, radios, CDUs, Locator radios, sand hoses, sand nozzles, brake travel, and change brake shoes, fire extinguishers as required
• Inspect, top-up all fluid levels, oil, water, governor oil, air compressor oil. Take oil samples, as Required
• Test all cab electrical devices, set-up cab brakes as per requirements of the train operations, test all safety devices
• Test brakes and loading including Locator qualification and ensure the Crew to crew form is filled out
• Perform required pre-departure safety inspections and run-through’s within terminals Type “D” and affect minor repairs as required
• Low voltage electrical work
• Must obtain / maintain Shop Track Operations Curriculum (STOC) and Locomotive Safety Inspection (LSI) certification.
• Other duties as required as per collective agreement

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous mechanical experience and/or knowledge of rolling equipment preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Commercial driver’s license ( Class 1A,3A ) preferred
• Must obtain / maintain commercial driver’s license to operate fuel/servicing truck
• Must be able to work any of three shifts including weekends and holidays
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
• Must have ability to wear safety equipment and work in an environment with grease, oil and cleaning agents.

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)”. 

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.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of all systems associated with Work Equipment (Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulic)
• Make Inspections and tests. Repair or replace parts with limited resources in remote locations outdoors
• Perform welding repairs
• Investigate and locate equipment problems and take corrective action minimizing the impact on crew production
• Plan work and co-ordinate it with others
• Prepare and submit equipment maintenance records, time sheets etc.
• Obtain certification in CPKC safety rules
• The work location is outdoors and, therefore, you will be working in all weather conditions (rain, direct sunlight, snow etc.)
• Will be required to be away from home for several days at times, travel expenses and meal allowance covered 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A Journeyman's certificate as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic/Technician OR a Journeyman’s certificate as an Automotive Mechanic/Technician, OR a registered and active 2nd or 3rd year apprentice in Heavy-Duty Mechanics
• Ability to carefully monitor gauges, instruments, or processes
• Ability to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment
• Ability to follow instructions; solid written and verbal communications skills
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and change focus quickly as demands change
• An emphasis on safety is critical for all employees. This is a high risk environment - working around heavy moving equipment.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Career progression - Supervisor, Manager level & stability, no lay-off's 
• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan (company matching)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (company matching)
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

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. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

Background Investigation:

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

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Education verification
• Driver’s License 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: 102550
• Department: Engineering
• Position Type: Union
• Location: BC wide, British Columbia
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 80-90%
• # of Positions: 5
• Job Available to: Internal & External

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Design, Develop and Enhance rich COBOL, .Net, and Java user-interface applications with middle-tier (messaging) and other back-end processes and applications, in a large, complex, transactional based environment.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Gather, refine, and document system requirements to ensure functionalities follow best practice methodologies
• Code, test, document and deliver requested functionality changes or enhancements to new or existing enterprise applications
• Produce technical documentation (i.e. requirements, design documents, turnover documentation, test plans) for requested functionality changes or enhancements
• Work within established CP software development standards and configuration management procedures and processes
• Assist in the creation of the system design and functional specifications
• Provide Functional Support for applications as needed
• Participate in weekly rotational on call support
• Responsible for developing and testing solutions, coordinate the implementation and completion of recommended specifications application
• Provide code and database administration in live and test environments
• Write technical procedures and documentation for the applications including operations, user guide, etc.
• Participate in meetings with team to discuss progress and issues to be resolved, and report progress on a weekly basis to the Manager and perform various other duties as required

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• University Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent Application development experience
• 5+ years of COBOL Application Development experience
• 5+ years of Java Application Development experience
• Excellent knowledge of any relational databases and SQL technologies
• Experience working closely with the business to arrive at an optimal solution in terms of functionality, timelines, and implementation

NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with developing .Net applications
• Experience withpatterns such as MVC, REST, and dependency injection
• Experience with Micro Focus Visual COBOL and Object Oriented COBOL
• Experience with Micro Focus Visual COBOL COBJVM integration
• Experience with COBOL Embedded SQL.
• Experience with MQ messaging or other messaging systems
• Working proficiency with Linux in server environments
• Profound insight of Java and JEE internals (Classloading, Memory Management, Transaction management etc)
• Integration using JSON and XML based web services and MQ
• Advanced SQL – modeling, advanced query writing, tuning/optimization of queries
• Experience with Tomcat, Web sphere Application Server or similar application servers
• Experience with agile development methodologies
• Experience in the Spring Framework
• Experience with test-driven development

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

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

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

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).

 PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of all systems associated with CPKC's Work Equipment group, including mechanical, electrical and hydraulic machinery/equipment.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of all systems associated with Work Equipment (Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulic)
• Make Inspections and tests. Repair or replace parts with limited resources in remote locations outdoors
• Perform welding repairs
• Investigate and locate equipment problems and take corrective action minimizing the impact on crew production
• Plan work and co-ordinate it with others
• Prepare and submit equipment maintenance records, time sheets etc.
• Obtain certification in CPKC safety rules
• The work location is outdoors and, therefore, you will be working in all weather conditions (rain, direct sunlight, snow etc.)
• Will be required to be away from home and will stay in with meal allowance provided

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A Journeyman's certificate as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic/Technician OR a Journeyman’s certificate as an Automotive Mechanic/Technician, OR a registered and active 2nd or 3rd year apprentice in Heavy-Duty Mechanics
• Ability to carefully monitor gauges, instruments, or processes
• Ability to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment
• Ability to follow instructions; solid written and verbal communications skills
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and change focus quickly as demands change
• An emphasis on safety is critical for all employees. This is a high risk environment - working around heavy moving equipment.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

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. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

Background Investigation:

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

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Education verification
• Driver’s License 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)”.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Receives, warehouses, issues or ships supplies and material utilized in the operation of the railroad. Ensures or performs accurate and timely information in SAP electronically through the use of a computer and Coordinates picking and shipping of all material to customer locations in accordance with shipping schedules

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must successfully complete formal forklift training program given by qualified trainer and have passed all examinations associated with training
• Six months' experience in a warehouse environment, with a proven record of operating material handling equipment an asset
• Experience with computerized inventory control systems SAP,EXCEL,MERLIN would be an asset
• Basic knowledge of on-line computer terminal operations
• Must be able to lift up to 10 kg after having received instructions and training; and up to 45 kg after having received training and written instructions
• Must be available to work on various shifts
• Typing capability would be an asset
• Must wear personal protective equipment, as required, i.e. hard hat, safety glasses, safety boots, and gloves

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform authorized functions necessary to receive and issue material, either manually or electronically on a computer terminal including maintaining bin locations, entering stock counts
• Identity, verify and ensure the accuracy of shipments of material received from suppliers, shops and other stores
• Perform accurate counts of material received, issued, shipped or on hand
• Pick material required by users. May have to use material handling equipment
• Rack and prepare material for shipment. This includes completing all related forms such as labels, postal forms, waybills, and shipping documents, etc
• Load/Unload materials from or into rail cars, trailers, and trucks, and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using appropriate equipment
• Operates forklift truck, electric hoist, Raymond or other material handling equipment to assist in loading/unloading or moving materials and products
• May be required to drive highway motor vehicle to pick up and/or deliver material
• Perform daily inspection of vehicles he/she may operate in order to ensure they are in safe operating condition. Hazards are to be immediately reported to the appropriate Supervisor for corrective action
• Ensure Government WHMIS and TDG regulations are followed when receiving, issuing and shipping material
• By use of a computer terminal, enter all necessary transactions into SAP
• Accurately complete files and update all forms and documents required for the Stores' function, either manually or electronically
• Ensure respective work area(s) is (are) clean and free of hazards at all times
• Ensures material is properly stored and secured at all times
• May be required to work outdoors in all weather and must come to work prepared with proper clothing
• Perform any related duties, as requested

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• 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
• Driver’s 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)”.