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Electrician Lead Hand - Facility Maintenance
Req Id:  1085
Job Location:  Halifax - NS
Business Unit:  Finance
Highest Level Division:  Financial Planning
Posting Start Date:  10/9/26
Posting End Date:  10/31/26
French/English Bilingual Requirement:  No
Qualified Rate: $ 0 Per hour
Job Level : UN
Job Career Track : Union
 
 
Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employees are also eligible to an employee share investment plan (ESIP), Pension, Benefits, Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB) and other perks.
 
At CN, the careers we offer are meaningful because the work that we do matters. Every day, our team of dedicated railroaders power the North American economy from coast-to-coast-to-coast, with an unwavering commitment to safety and service excellence.
 
If you enjoy hands-on tasks, working outdoors, and have a safety-first mindset, a career in railway operations might be right for you. With fresh challenges, paid training, and a host of great benefits - a career at CN means work that makes a true difference in the lives of people.
 
Join us today and get your career moving!

Job Summary


The incumbent performs facilities maintenance and repairs to buildings, equipment, and related systems across company locations while serving as the lead hand by coordinating daily work, providing technical guidance, supporting safe work execution, and acting as the primary point of contact for the crew.

Main Responsibilities

  • Perform corrective, reactive and preventative maintenance of facilities buildings, equipment and installations as well as repairs and other project work
  • Coordinate with Lead Hand Electrician, Facilities Supervisor, contractors, other CN departments as well as other vendors for assistance or direction as required upon various types of work
  • Coordinate and assign daily work to crew members based on operational priorities, employee qualifications, and available resources
  • Provide technical guidance, coaching, and on-the-job support to crew members while promoting consistent work practices
  • Monitor work progress and compliance with safety requirements, escalate issues, and communicate status updates to the Facilities Supervisor

Working Conditions


  • Position is subject to responding to emergency calls on nights and weekends as required by the Supervisor and Lead Hand
  • The role is required to work inside and outside in various conditions
  • The role is required to work at heights, confined spaces, and any other areas work is required
  • Must service driven as the role works with all departments throughout CN
  • Must be safety conscious and capable of ensuring a safe working environment for employees and contractors
  • The role requires working away from home for extended periods of time
  • The incumbent must be available to work overtime when necessary

Experience


  • Experience performing corrective, reactive, and preventive electrical maintenance and repairs on buildings, equipment, and related systems
  • Experience troubleshooting power distribution, emergency power, and high-voltage electrical systems using electrical drawings
  • Experience coordinating electrical maintenance or project work with supervisors, contractors, internal departments, and vendors
  • Experience coordinating and assigning daily work to tradespeople based on priorities, qualifications, and available resources
  • Experience providing technical guidance, coaching, and on-the-job support to crew members
  • Experience monitoring work progress, supporting compliance with safety requirements, and communicating issues and status updates to a supervisor

Education/Certification/Designation


  • Must hold a recognized electrician trade certification or license that meets applicable federal, state, provincial, or local requirements
  • Must hold, or be willing and able to obtain, a valid driver's license appropriate to the work location and equipment operated

Competencies


  • We Care About Each Other
  • We Strive for Excellence
  • We Succeed Together
  • We Lead Responsibly

Technical Skills/Knowledge


  • Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings for various types of repair work, maintenance, project work and troubleshooting
  • Must have a good working knowledge of power distribution and emergency power systems including high voltage

Additional Information (If Any)


The Electrician must complete all training sessions as directed by the company. A successful completion of this training is essential for future performance of duties.Électricien ou électricienne
About CN
 
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. 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. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
 
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 often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet 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 get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
 
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