Mechanic (Car) - Davenport, IA

• Req ID: 81507
• Department: Mechanical Car
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Davenport, Iowa
• Country: United States
• # of Positions: 2
• Compensation Rate: $29.2791/hour
• Job Available to: Internal & External
• Deadline to apply: 04/22/2021

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.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for performing various mechanical functions including car inspection, maintenance and repair. This position is accountable to the Working Foreman;
• Perform car maintenance and repair functions;
  • Car inspection
  • Car repair
  • Derailment operations
  • AAR billing
• Improves employee relations;
  • Attends safety meetings
  • Participates in employee relations meetings
  • Attends Mechanical training

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be familiar with Federal Railroad Administrations laws as well as railroad operations;

• A working knowledge of car  inspection and repair and the willingness and ability to learn mechanical repair and maintenance skills is essential;

• Must posses the ability to climb ladders, use hand tools,  and work in confined spaces such as Roundhouse pits, generator rooms and electrical cabinets;

• This position requires working outside in all weather conditions, to climb inside and outside of freight cars, able to operate heavy equipment, cranes, forklifts, jacking equipment and specialty equipment;

• Must be able to obtain a commercial drivers license;

• Heavy lifting is required.

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package

• Completive company pension plan

• Annual Fitness Subsidy

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Medical Requirements:

CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.  This position is a safety 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

• Reference 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. 

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