Ore Dock Machinist

Ore Dock Machinist – EN

Qualified Rate: $34.5 per hour
. New hires may receive a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. CN employees are also eligible for an Employee Share Investment Plan (ESIP), pension, benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB), and other perks.

The Ore Dock Machinist is responsible for repairing and replacing components and equipment at the Ore Docks. The incumbent maintains and ensures safe operation of machinist equipment, fixtures, and systems in the docks.

• Work with steel structures to perform installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement as needed.
• Weld 1‑inch plate with backing for vertical and overhead welding.
• Complete machinist work order requests through the work order system.
• Fabricate and use burning equipment such as arc, air, and burning torches.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Understand hydraulics and read hydraulic schematics; use measuring equipment such as flow meters and pressure gauges.
• Understand the basics of gear reduction, alignment of couplings, and removal and installation of bearings and couplings within specifications.
• Read and understand technical service manuals.
• Ensure a safe working environment by following CN safety policies and procedures.

• Requires wearing proper safety attire.
• Primarily worked in an open environment but may occasionally work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Travel to assigned work locations or other destinations (company vehicle provided).
• Maintain work schedule according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which includes irregular hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Occasionally performed in confined spaces at elevated heights.
• Requires bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting, twisting, climbing, reaching, standing, and walking throughout the shift.
• Use of hands for repetitive pushing, pulling, and single‑grasp motions.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver's license.
• Preferred vocational training of minimum 2 years.
• Must successfully complete CN training courses upon hire.
• Proven ability to perform maintenance and diagnostic services on equipment malfunctions and complete repairs when required.
• Proven ability to complete installation, modification, and repair of various components and equipment as required.
• Ability to interpret hydraulics schematics, apply building plans, and perform installation from blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Good English communication skills (written, oral, reading, comprehension).
• Collaborates with others and shares information.
• Identifies potential safety and security risks.
• Basic computer knowledge.

The incumbent receives on‑the‑job training, which includes new employee safety training, hands‑on training to learn how to operate the various systems at the docks, and ongoing annual safety training.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Rail Transportation

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CN 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.

As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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