Questions and Answers about Canadian National Railway

Ilove the Canadian Locomotives since they are powerful.Also Canada is a country which accomodates people with diverse cultures and Races.

If you don’t know anyone in the company, you won’t get hired. No matter what your credentials or work ethics are.

No questions for my interview. room of 20 people they talk about the company. then they have you take a switching test on the spot with no training or explanation. about half the class failed. if you pass then come all the drug test, physicals criminal record check etc. then off to Winnipeg if you pass all that for 7 weeks of tests.

No, you do not!!! Got hired and I'm a pr.

There are mutual agreement shifts where two workers may trade shifts. Shift selling is not a thing, you must work your full period of hours within your pay period.

A very thorough medical review of your physical abilities.

I received an e-mail informing me that I was not selected!

I have had zero issues with calling in sick. its very simple you call the train reporting and book off sick thats it. there is no set amount of days. i missed quite a few and had no issues. but if it was an issue i can see them demanding notes etc. also you can always just book off if you need time off.

Roughly a week from when you submit your application online. When selected, you'll be sent an email to complete an online assessment.

Some nice, educated, friendly people (who are about to retire).
Lots of inexperienced, difficult, self-serving, or unfriendly workers.
Little time and support for training.