Welder Helper

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 key member of CPKC's Engineering team, you will be responsible for maintaining the performance and reliability of our machinery and systems. In this role, you will perform preventive maintenance, assembly, inspections, repairs and troubleshoot equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations across the network. This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined individual who thrives working outdoors and is comfortable with occasional travel. Your expertise will play a vital part in supporting the success of our operations.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Perform precision cuts using oxy-acetylene torches, air gouging, and lancing techniques to ensure quality and accuracy
Fabricate and fit steel components according to specifications, ensuring structural integrity and alignment
Repair structural bridge components, including cracked stringers, floor beams, and perforated web members, by expertly installing splice plates, reinforcing plates, angles, and other repair elements outlined in provided schemes
Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and repair schematics to ensure correct fabrication and repair methods
Order materials efficiently to maintain workflow and project deadlines
Adhere to safety guidelines in a high-risk, team-oriented work environment, prioritizing vigilance when working around heavy and moving equipment
Adapt to outdoor work conditions, performing tasks during all weather conditions, including rain, direct sunlight, and snow
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid Class B Commercial's Driver's License (CDL)
High school diploma or general equivalency
Possess journeyman welder certification
Demonstrated expertise with welding equipment and a variety of welding techniques, with emphasis on stick and thermite methods
Ability to interpret blueprints, create layout patterns for projects, and accurately calculate material quantities
Strong proficiency in mathematical calculations relevant to the welding trade and related skills
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Performance incentive 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
Professional references
Driver’s license verification and driving history
Social Security Number verification
Department of Transportation Background Check 40.25 Form
BECOMING A RAILROADER:
As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
Management Conductor Program
Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.