Electrician

Job Summary

The electrician is responsible for maintaining installations and performing repairs on buildings and equipment.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform corrective reactive and preventive maintenance on buildings equipment and installations as well as repairs and other project-related work.
• Coordinate with the lead electrician facilities supervisor contractors other CN departments and other suppliers to obtain assistance or guidance as needed for various types of work.

Working Conditions

• The position requires responding to emergency calls during nights and weekends as directed by the supervisor and team leader.
• The role involves working both indoors and outdoors in various conditions.
• The role requires working at heights in confined spaces and in any other area where work is needed.
• Must be service-oriented as the role interacts with all CN departments.
• Must be safety-conscious and capable of ensuring a safe working environment for employees and subcontractors.
• The position requires working away from home for extended periods.
• The incumbent must be available to work overtime when necessary.

Requirements

• Must hold an interprovincial journeyman electrician certificate or be recognized by Emploi Québec.
• Must have a valid Class 5 drivers license and be willing to obtain a Class 1 drivers license.
• Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings for various types of repair maintenance project and troubleshooting work.
• Must have solid practical knowledge of power distribution and backup power systems including high voltage.

Training

The electrician must attend all training sessions as directed by the company. Successful completion of this training is essential for future job performance.

This is a unionized position. As such compensation and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers shareholders employees and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CNs network connects Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20000-mile rail and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

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