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Vessel - Second Mechanic Officer

Baie-Comeau, Canada

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Job Summary

The Mechanic reports to the Chief Engineer and participates in the operation of the vessel George-Alexandre Lebel, mainly by operating, maintaining, and repairing the machinery and equipment in the engine room. In addition, the position complies with the standards and procedures of CN's safety systems. Furthermore, the role performs other related tasks that may fall within the scope of the job.

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Major Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection on all machinery and navigation system
• Make needed repairs on machinery
• Maintain logbook and documentation regarding the engine room and machinery
• Make sure the instructions from the Mechanical Chief are followed

Working Conditions

• The role has a standard workweek from Monday to Friday
• The role must be available to work a 40-hour week with occasional overtime
• Weekend work is required occasionally

Requirements

• College Diploma (DEC) in Marine Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Marine Engineer 2nd Class certificate issued by Transport Canada
• Valid Transport Canada medical examination certificate
• Interpersonal and organizational communications
• Cognitive, problem-solving, teamwork and technical skills
• Thoroughness and cleanliness with health and safety awareness
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
• Knowledge of English at a functional level

Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

Training

The role is required to attend internal training to learn how CN's operations work and the Company's policies and procedures.

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.

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 from underrepresented groups often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don't see yourself in 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 reach out to our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants 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. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.

Client-provided location(s): Matane, QC, Canada
Job ID: CN-12083
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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