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The Diesel Mechanic Apprentice performs the completion of preventative and scheduled maintenance on locomotives in a fast ‑ paced, safety ‑ focused environment. Working alongside qualified mechanics, the apprentice will complete inspections, repairs, and servicing while developing core technical skills related to diesel engines and mechanical systems.
This role is ideal for individuals who are mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and committed to working safely and efficiently. All work must be performed in accordance with company policies, safety procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
Maintain, inspect, service, test and repairs all systems on locomotives, mobile equipment and vehicles used in plant, yard and road service
Diagnose diesel engine malfunctions and make repairs within regulatory and company guidelines
Complete work in accordance with blueprints, schematic drawings and service manuals
Evaluate of parts for reuse, repair or replacement
Modify and construct mechanical assemblies
Maintain of low voltage repairs on locomotive electrical systems
Service locomotive cabs which include cleaning cab walls, locomotive toilets, windows and floors
Operate equipment such as overhead or mobile cranes, forklifts and hand tools
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Employee Share Purchase Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Criminal history check
Education verification
Driver’s license verification and driving history
For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants 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 Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, 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: 106308
Department: Mechanical Car
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 0-10%
# of Positions: 1
Compensation Rate: $38.669/hr
Job Available to: Internal & External
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Transnational rail network linking Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
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Mid · 3+ years experience
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