Locomotive Electrician

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 that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you're not just building a careeryou're part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

An Electrician is responsible for inspecting, servicing, and maintaining diesel locomotive electrical systems in a fast paced, safety oriented environment in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and excels at complex troubleshooting. Qualified Electricians will be entitled to a $10,000 signing bonus.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Maintain, inspect, test and repair all systems on diesel locomotives

Electrical modifications and upgrades to locomotive systems

Diagnostic trouble shooting with onboard computer systems/laptops

Complete work in accordance with blueprints, schematic drawings and service manuals

Other duties as required as per collective agreement

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or general equivalency

Valid driver's license

Journeyman Electrician is preferred, will consider those with diesel electrical experience or electrical experience and training with other types of machinery/truck or automotive

Ability to follow Electrical Schematics is a definite asset

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

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Part-time Studies Program

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 or regulated drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

Criminal history check

Education verification

Driver's license verification and driving history

Social Security Number verification

Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Req ID: 104863

Department: Mechanical Loco

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Union

Location: Shreveport, Louisiana

Country: United States

% of Travel: 0-10%

# of Positions: 3

Compensation Rate: $41.04/hr

Job Available to: Internal & External

#LI-ONSITE

#LI-CK1