Laborer / Hostler
3 months ago
Gary, Indiana, United States
CN
Full time
Job SummaryThe Laborer/Hostler is responsible for the day-to-day operations in the locomotive shops. The incumbent collaborates with a large team on day-to-day tasks to ensure the success of CN's operations. The role performs outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions and ensures a safe working environment.
Major Responsibilities
Working Conditions
Available to work shifts, weekends, holidays, nights and occasional overtime when necessary Partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions Regular exposure to heat, cold, water, noise, and hazardous materials including oil, grease, battery acid and fumes Protective clothing and equipment required Work at heights with fall restraint Physical: lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 85 pounds occasionally Bend, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, and perform overhead work
Requirements
Training
The incumbent receives paid classroom and on-the-job training. Successful completion of the training program is mandatory in order to work as a Laborer/Hostler.
This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.