Bench Carpenter - Taschereau, Canada - Canadian National Railway

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At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges.

You can expect an interesting environment where you are part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track.

We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference.

You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us


Job Summary

Major Responsibilities

  • Build, install, maintain and repair structures
  • Read and interpret plans and drawings
  • Measure, calculate and cut material, among other things
  • Perform various intermittent duties such as installing flooring (e.g. carpet and vinyl tiles)
  • Pour concrete, do construction work with drywall, repair ceilings and raised flooring

Working Conditions

  • The role is performed in a combination of indoor or outdoor environment, in various types of weather conditions
  • The role is required to wear proper safety attire (e.g. eyeglasses, safety boots, hard hat, vest with reflective stripes, respirator, or hearing protection and harnesses)
  • Must be able to work at heights, on occasion and handle loads of over 44 lbs. (20 kg)
  • Must have an adequate toolkit containing the necessary tools to perform their tasks

Requirements:


  • Valid Class G Driver's License
  • Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Must possess a red seal certification in Carpentry, or be in the process of obtaining.
  • Must successfully pass CROR Canadian Rail Operating Rules, Working at Heights, Fall Arrest, Emergency First aid, CPR, and any associated safety training as required.
  • Occasional travel within the territory (Southern Ontario) as required.
  • Must have a thorough working knowledge of all aspects of carpentry and construction, including but not limited to wood framing, steel framing, concrete forming and pouring, siding, flooring, door and door hardware installation and maintenance, drywall, tile work, drop ceilings, painting, blue print reading and misc. commercial and residential construction practices.
  • A thorough understanding of the Ontario Building Code is required. Must be able to perform project estimates, layout and all related work associated with construction best practices.
  • Experience in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and building envelope science preferred. Must be able to qualify for a CROR Engineering Rules Certification within a reasonable time frame.
  • Must also pass certification in Emergency First Aid, CPR, Fall Arrest, Working at Heights, and Aerial Platforms. Must be willing and able to work at height, work in inclement weather and perform overtime as required.
  • Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

Training
The incumbent is not required to attend any training.

  • 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.


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