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Locomotive Electrician
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Posting Start Date: 12/8/25
Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting the 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 An Electrician is responsible for inspecting, servicing, and maintaining diesel locomotive electrical systems in a fast-paced, safety‑oriented environment in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and excels at complex troubleshooting.
Position Accountabilities
Maintain, inspect, test and repair all systems on diesel locomotives
Electrical modifications and upgrades to locomotive systems
Diagnostic troubleshooting with onboard computer systems/laptops
Complete work in accordance with blueprints, schematic drawings and service manuals
Other duties as required per the collective agreement
Position Requirements
High school diploma or general equivalency
Valid driver’s license
Journeyman Electrician preferred; considers those with diesel electrical experience or electrical experience and training with other types of machinery/truck or automotive
Ability to follow Electrical Schematics is a definite asset
Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
Ability to pass required written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations and other written or printed material in English
Dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules
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 safety‑sensitive position requires a successful pre‑employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test. 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
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 provided, 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:
105247
Department:
Mechanical Loco
Job Type:
Full‑Time
Position Type:
Union
Location:
Shreveport, Louisiana
Country:
United States
% of Travel:
0‑10%
# of Positions:
1
Compensation Rate:
$41.10/hr
Job Available to:
Internal & External
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Locomotive Electrician
role at
CPKC .
Posting Start Date: 12/8/25
Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting the 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 An Electrician is responsible for inspecting, servicing, and maintaining diesel locomotive electrical systems in a fast-paced, safety‑oriented environment in compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined and excels at complex troubleshooting.
Position Accountabilities
Maintain, inspect, test and repair all systems on diesel locomotives
Electrical modifications and upgrades to locomotive systems
Diagnostic troubleshooting with onboard computer systems/laptops
Complete work in accordance with blueprints, schematic drawings and service manuals
Other duties as required per the collective agreement
Position Requirements
High school diploma or general equivalency
Valid driver’s license
Journeyman Electrician preferred; considers those with diesel electrical experience or electrical experience and training with other types of machinery/truck or automotive
Ability to follow Electrical Schematics is a definite asset
Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
Ability to pass required written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, rules, regulations and other written or printed material in English
Dedication to safety and ability to complete work within guidelines/rules
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 safety‑sensitive position requires a successful pre‑employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company or regulated drug test. 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
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 provided, 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:
105247
Department:
Mechanical Loco
Job Type:
Full‑Time
Position Type:
Union
Location:
Shreveport, Louisiana
Country:
United States
% of Travel:
0‑10%
# of Positions:
1
Compensation Rate:
$41.10/hr
Job Available to:
Internal & External
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CPKC by 2×.
Get notified about new Electrician jobs in
Shreveport, LA .
#J-18808-Ljbffr