Bench Carpenter Full-time Job

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

CPKC is seeking certified Journeyman Carpenter, to perform a wide variety of journeyman duties

 

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Plan reading
• Steel bridge repairs
• Concrete forming
• Pile driving
• Framing bridge timbers
• Shoring
• Steelwork/reinforcing
• Culvert installation/repair
• Rigging/scaffolding
• Roofing
• Drywalling
• Surveying
• Concrete work
• Cabinet construction
• Material estimates
• Interior/exterior finishing

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess a Journeyman Carpenter or have equivalent experience (six years’ experience in benchwork) and be willing to pass the CPKC Rail qualifying test
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Possess own set of hand tools
• Certified to operate explosion activated tools
• Obtain and hold a CROR rules card, minimum level "D"
• Comfortable working on structures at heights with proper fall protection equipment
• Proficient with the safe use of common hand and power tools
• Ability to effectively complete all assigned duties unsupervised

 

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

Medical Requirements:
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

 

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:        

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Driver’s License Verification
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history; includes military service
• Social Security number verification

Canadian Pacific Railway is a Canadian Class I railway that was incorporated in 1881. It was originally established with the goal of constructing a transcontinental railway to connect Eastern Canada to British Columbia. The completion of the railway in 1885 played a significant role in the development of the nation. The Canadian Pacific Railway has played a significant role in connecting Canada and Canadians from coast to coast and has contributed to the development and growth of the nation.