Building & Bridge Mechanic

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 career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.   PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: As a railroad Building and Bridge Mechanic, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and repairing bridges, buildings, and other key facilities that keep railroads running safely and smoothly. If you have skills in carpentry, welding, masonry, or steel work—and enjoy hands-on work with a variety of tools in outdoor settings, this position offers diverse tasks ranging from building repairs to ground maintenance. Join a team where your expertise and craftsmanship are valued, and where your contributions directly impact the safety and reliability of essential railroad operations.   POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES: Build, repair and maintain CPKC owned structures like stations, platforms, and bridges in a safe and efficient manner Utilize a variety of manual, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools—along with welding and cutting equipment—to perform and assess repairs and maintenance Inspect, test, and repair equipment such as hand tools, power tools (both portable and stationary), welding and cutting torches, grinders, air tools, and related devices Carry out general upkeep, such as working at heights on ladders or scaffolding, clearing debris, and maintaining properties Specialize in the maintenance and repair of structures including buildings, platforms and bridges, with expertise in wood framing, concrete work, snow removal, and station facilities to ensure a safe environment for employees Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. as required   POSITION REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or general equivalency Must be at least 21 years of age Background in carpentry, masonry and welding or other applicable trades Structural Welder certificate Valid driver’s license: Class A commercial driver’s license Adept at conveying information accurately and providing straightforward directions   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 Form   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: 105391 Department: Engineering Job Type: Full-Time Position Type: Union Location: Shreveport, Louisiana Country: United States % of Travel: 90-100% # of Positions: 1 Compensation Rate: $41.41 per hour Job Available to: Internal & External   #LI-ONSITE #LI-KD1