Bridge 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:

Are you ready to build the backbone of North America's rail network? As a Bridge, you'll work outdoors with a hands-on crew, helping to maintain and construct railway bridges and structures that keep freight and passengers moving safely across the country. In this role, you'll assist with replacing or repairing worn or damaged components and help build new timber, concrete, and steel structures-including bridges and culverts. Whether you're restoring historic spans or assembling modern infrastructure, you'll gain valuable experience in structural work, teamwork, and safety practices.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy physical work, problem-solving, and being part of something bigger than themselves. If you're looking to start your career in bridge and structural construction, we want to hear from you!

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist tradespeople in the performance of their duties
• Maintain and install culverts
• Support new bridge construction and structural repairs
• Perform maintenance on steel, timber and concrete bridges
• Assist in rigging and lifting operations
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Travel and stay away from home for extended periods
• Follow safety protocols and work effectively within a team

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to work flexible shifts and at heights with proper fall protection equipment
• Experience working outdoors in varying conditions
• Comfortable using radios and phones with strong English communication skills
• Skilled with common hand and power tools

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: 105047
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Meridian, Mississippi
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 40-50%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: 36.51
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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