Electrician Lead Hand- EN
CN
Date: 15 hours ago
City: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Contract type: Full time
CN is home to opportunities for skilled tradespeople who are interested in continually learning and building a career in a safety-focused, team environment. Working on state-of-the-art locomotives and cars that carry freight from coast-to-coast-to-coast, you’ll feel proud knowing you’re a part of what makes the economy work. And with paid training, you’ll be able to evolve your skills. At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!
Job Summary
The Electrician Lead Hand is responsible for performing corrective, reactive and preventative maintenance of facilities buildings, equipment and installations, as well as repairs, project work and other related work in the assigned territory.
Major Responsibilities
The Electrician will be required to receive Bucket Truck and Air Brake Training with CN. Additional training may be required.
This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.
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.
Job Summary
The Electrician Lead Hand is responsible for performing corrective, reactive and preventative maintenance of facilities buildings, equipment and installations, as well as repairs, project work and other related work in the assigned territory.
Major Responsibilities
- Perform corrective and preventative maintenance of facilities buildings, equipment and installations
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and systems, analyze failures and complete reports
- Assist with high-voltage maintenance
- Perform job planning and hazard assessments prior to all jobs
- Complete Facility Service Requests (FSRs)
- The role is primarily performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday
- The incumbent must be willing to work outside of regular hours to respond to critical incidences
- The incumbent must be willing to assist with high-voltage maintenance
- The incumbent must be physically fit in order to climb ladders and work at heights
- The role requires frequent travel (up to 80%) throughout the incumbent’s jurisdictional area
- Must have a valid Interprovincial Journeyman Electrician certificate
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle and ensure National Safety Code (NSC) requirements are met
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
- Must comply with all CN Rail rules and safety regulations
- Working knowledge of safety procedures near high-voltage distribution systems
- Ability to maintain generators, UPS systems and associated equipment
- Good knowledge of emergency power systems (e.g., generators and transfer switches)
- Knowledge of UPS systems and operational sequences
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and layout drawings
- Knowledge of the latest edition of the Canadian Electrical Code
- Knowledge of electrical systems and power distribution systems
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems
- Experience with work orders and maintenance management systems
- Must have strong planning, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Must work diligently and safely when performing emergency repairs
The Electrician will be required to receive Bucket Truck and Air Brake Training with CN. Additional training may be required.
This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.
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.
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