Rail Car Mechanic Apprentice

Rail Car Mechanic Apprentice job at Thunder Bay for Canadian Pacific Railway.
Salary
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Workplace : On site
Location : Thunder Bay, ON
Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture
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that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.
About the role
As a Rail Car Mechanic, you’ll play a key role in keeping freight moving safely and efficiently. Working in a high-production environment, you will perform both preventative and corrective maintenance on rail cars in compliance with regulatory standards. To set you up for success, you’ll receive hands‑on training and a specialized 4-week welding course designed for the railroad industry. This role is ideal for individuals who are mechanically inclined, enjoy problem‑solving, and thrive working outdoors in a dynamic team setting.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, maintain, and repair freight car equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on trucks, underframes, structural components, safety appliances, braking systems, draft systems, and conduct all required tests.
- Handle urgent repairs and road service work, including supplementary operations to keep equipment in service.
- Utilize welding, torch cutting, and power tools to execute precision repairs and modifications.
- Work in all areas of rail cars, including underneath, between, on top, and inside to complete maintenance and repair tasks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general equivalency.
- Minimum 1 year experience working on or around heavy equipment.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Commercial driver’s license and welding experience preferred.
- Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays in all weather conditions.
- Ability to pass the required written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations, and other written or printed material in English.
- Dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules.
- Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions).
Benefits
- Flexible and competitive benefits package.
- Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans.
- Employee share purchase plan.
- Annual fitness subsidy.
Pre-employment requirements
- Medical and Drug Testing: 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.

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