Ore Dock Electrician C

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The Ore Dock Electrician is responsible for repairing and installing electrical systems, services, and equipment for the Ore Docks. Additionally, the incumbent maintains and provides safe conditions and operation of electrical equipment and fixtures as well as systems in the docks.

• Inspect, maintain, repair, and test a variety of electrical equipment, circuitry, and fixtures
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions and perform required repairs
• Complete electrical work order requests through the work order system
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring systems, switches, distribution panels and outlet boxes, as well as a wide variety of electrical fixtures
• Test circuits and equipment using voltmeter, ammeter, wattmeter, ohmmeter, and other test equipment
• Use hand tools, power tools, and appliances needed for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical circuits, related fixtures, and hardware
• Measure, cut, thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits
• Insert, splice HV cables and connect wires to fixtures, outlets, switches, receptacles, and power source
• Ensure a safe working environment by following CN’s safety policies and procedures

• The role is required to wear proper safety attire
• The role is primarily performed in a shop environment but may occasionally require work outdoors in various types of 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
• The role is occasionally performed in confined spaces at elevated heights
• The incumbent will often bend, squat, kneel, lift, twist, climb, reach, stand, and walk throughout shift
• Use of hands for repetitive pushing, pulling, and single grasp motions

• High school diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Experience in troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and installing industrial wiring
• Must successfully complete CNs training courses upon hire
• Proven ability to perform maintenance and diagnostic services on equipment malfunctions, and complete repairs when required
• Proven ability to complete the installation, modification and repair of various electrical systems, circuits, equipment, and controls
• Able to interpret electrical schematics, apply building plans and perform installation from blueprints, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
• Good English communication skills (written, oral, reading, comprehension)
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Identifies potential safety and security risks
• Knowledge of local and State Electrical Code
• Knowledge of electrical systems for emergency power systems (e.g. emergency generators or transfer switches and knowledge of UPS systems’ operations sequences)
• Knowledge of safety procedures (e.g. in proximity of high voltage distribution systems and power distribution in equipment facilities)
• 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.

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

CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.