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Role:

Diesel Engine Mechanics (Machinists) perform inspections, major and minor repairs, overhauls and servicing on all types of locomotives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Critical performance areas include the following but may vary depending on the location and circumstances:

Inspect, service and maintain locomotives, in accordance with federal and company regulations, including changing oil or repairing, replacing, cleaning and adjusting partsTroubleshoot and diagnose diesel engine malfunctions and make required repairsAssemble and start enginesUse electric and oxy-acetylene welding equipment, lubrication equipment and other vehicle repair tools and equipment, and operate said tools and machinery in a safe and efficient mannerPrepare inspection, maintenance, and work reports, and record details on prescribed forms in accordance with established proceduresOperate locomotive on shop tracksTest locomotives on shop track after repair

Working Conditions:

Work shift work, which consists of: Irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtimeWork in a shop environment and outside in all weather conditionsOccasionally work in confined spaces and at elevated heightsFrequent stooping, lifting, kneeling, bending, crouching and climbingMinimal travel required

Minimum Requirements:

Valid driver’s licenseHigh School diploma or equivalent GEDMust be 18 years of ageMust meet all medical fitness for duty requirements for the positionUsing measuring devices and understanding visual displaysBasic technical knowledge of diesel mechanicsFrequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 70 lbsDisplays good hand-eye coordination

Preferences:

Valid CDL for the class and type of equipment operatedAbility to certify company equipment in accordance with state standardsExperience troubleshooting hydraulic and electronic systemsWelding skillsBasic computer skills

The ideal candidate profile:

Diesel Mechanic experience and/or Diesel Mechanic DiplomaAbility to work autonomously, adapt to different situations and manage stressDemonstrate good teamwork skills and maintain positive interactions with othersDisplays good verbal, reading comprehension and writing skillsDedicated to getting the job done while meeting established standards of quality, safety and client satisfaction

Training:

Newly hired Diesel Engine Mechanics (Machinists) take part in several weeks of training which includes classroom instructions and field training. The classroom training will take place in Homewood, IL at the CN Campus. The training guides the new Diesel Engine Mechanics (Machinists) through the critical safety skills required to work on the railroad. Once the classroom training is complete, the Diesel Engine Mechanics (Machinists) will complete on-the job training to enhance his/her knowledge and skills. Successful completion of the training course is mandatory in order to work as a Diesel Engine Mechanics (Machinists).

Union:

Diesel Engine Mechanics (Machinists) is a unionized position and is part of the IAMAW (International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers). Wages, initiation fees, and monthly dues are required as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.