Electrician- EN

Job summary

The electrician is responsible for performing corrective, reactive, and preventive maintenance on buildings, equipment, and electrical installations. This includes coordinating with supervisors and contractors to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.

Job details

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 driver's license and be willing to obtain a Class 1 driver's 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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. 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. At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest , most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [email protected] . 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. Please monitor your email on a regular basis as communication to applicants is done via email.

What you’ll do

The electrician is responsible for performing corrective, reactive, and preventive maintenance on buildings, equipment, and electrical installations. This includes coordinating with supervisors and contractors to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an interprovincial journeyman electrician certificate or Emploi Québec recognition and a valid Class 5 driver's license. Proficiency in reading electrical drawings and practical knowledge of high voltage power distribution systems are required.

Listed skills

• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Corrective Maintenance
• Preventive Maintenance
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Power Distribution
• Backup Power Systems
• High Voltage Systems
• Reading Electrical Drawings
• Safety Compliance
• Project Work
• Equipment Repair

Job areas

• Trades
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Construction